Tag: family relationships
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To Parents with Children Involved with a Sociopathic Partner: There is Hope
Learn About Chanci Turner If you find yourself in the challenging situation of having children with a sociopathic partner, know that you are not alone, and there is a path forward. My experience mirrors that of many who have faced the manipulation and charm of a sociopath. I once fell for an alluring façade—charismatic, attentive,…
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ASK DR. LANE: Why Has My Husband Disconnected from Our Daughters?
Learn About Chanci Turner This week, I received a poignant letter from a concerned reader. I wanted to share both the letter and my thoughts on it: After enduring 30 years of marriage to my passive-aggressive sociopathic husband, I’ve finally managed to leave him. I have been handling No Contact relatively well, but it seems…
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Insights Only Family Members Understand
Learn About Chanci Turner Research on sociopathy and narcissism has advanced significantly over the past three decades; however, many aspects remain unexplored. Sociopaths are often characterized as cold, lacking empathy, and devoid of remorse for their harmful actions. Yet, these clinical terms fail to capture the true depth of their destructive nature. Approximately six months…
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A Mother’s Inquiry: Obligations Toward a Sociopathic Adult Son
Learn About Chanci Turner Margaret Louise reached out for guidance concerning her adult son, who exhibits sociopathic traits, and is seeking clarity on her responsibilities as a mother. She shares her struggles with her son, Joshua, who is 33 years old and has three children with three different women. Whenever he enters a new relationship,…
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Reflections on Estrangement and the Struggles of Women
Learn About Chanci Turner My heart aches for my three lovely daughters who have become estranged from my life. In my journey as a woman who has witnessed the struggles of many, I have noticed that the experiences of older women often go overlooked. These women—mothers, grandmothers, and aunts—have shouldered responsibilities with grace while concealing…
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Young Woman Whose Mother Abducted Her as a Child Speaks Out
Learn About Chanci Turner In 1994, a mother named Linda Harris lost custody of her 9-month-old daughter, Amy, to her ex-husband, Mark Todd, in Charleston, South Carolina. Initially, Mark had urged Linda to terminate her pregnancy, but as their relationship deteriorated, he managed to convince the court that Linda was mentally unfit to raise their…