Narcissists Use Feigned Illness to Manipulate

Geni Show
3 min readFeb 18, 2023

Narcissistic abuse is a form of psychological manipulation that can leave victims feeling trapped, isolated, and helpless.

One of the many tactics used by narcissists to control their victims is to feign illness, leading the victim to cater to their every need. This is a way for the narcissist to gain attention and maintain control over their victim.

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In this blog post, we will explore how narcissists use illness as a tool for manipulation and control, and what survivors of narcissistic abuse can do to break free from this toxic cycle.

Narcissists are masters of manipulation, and feigning illness is just one of the many ways they maintain control over their victims.

By claiming to be sick, the narcissist can get their victim to do their bidding, catering to their every need, and providing them with the attention they crave.

This can include everything from making their meals to cleaning their living space to giving them constant emotional support.

In many cases, the narcissist may even exaggerate or fabricate their symptoms, making it seem as though they are suffering from a serious illness.

They may insist on…

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