Top 7 Emotional Wounds Reported by Children of Narcissistic Parents

🧠 1. Constant Need for Approval & Fear of Rejection

Children of narcissists often grow up feeling like they’re only loved when they perform well or meet high expectations.

Rather than receiving unconditional love, they learn to tie their self-worth to achievements, obedience, or appearances.

Even small mistakes could trigger shaming, rejection, or emotional withdrawal, making the child anxious to always do things “right.”

This pressure can follow them into adulthood, showing up as perfectionism, imposter syndrome, or a deep fear of disappointing others.

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