The devaluation phase of narcissistic abuse explained through cutting-edge 2024–2025 research on gaslighting, attachment, and trauma bonding.
Cycle of Narcissistic Abuse
The cycle of narcissistic abuse commences with the idealization phase, then progresses to devaluation, which is subsequently succeeded by the discard phase. Afterward, the cycle resumes with the hoover stage. It is a repetitive pattern used by the perpetrator to manipulate, exploit, and subjugate the victim for personal gain.
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