by Milena "Mila" Stankovic | Jan 14, 2025 | CPTSD, Dr. Jamie Huysman, Holiday Stress, Holidays, TAR Network, TAR Tales
The holiday season often brings a mix of joy and stress, but for millions, it can trigger feelings of sadness, loneliness, and isolation. An estimated 14% of adults experience “holiday blues” each year, with symptoms ranging from irritability and guilt to...
by STAR Network | Dec 9, 2024 | CPTSD, TAR Network, Toxic Relationships, Trauma
One of the most painful tactics in covert narcissism is turning family members against you. This manipulative strategy, designed to isolate and control, often pulls loved ones into the narcissist’s web to unknowingly serve as “flying monkeys”—trusted people who,...
by STAR Network | Nov 22, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Dr. Jamie Huysman, Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Narcissism and toxic masculinity aren’t just societal issues-they are public health crises disrupting relationships, families, and the mental health of men and women alike. This November, during Men’s Health Month, STAR Network is hosting a transformative livestream...
by STAR Network | Aug 14, 2024 | CPTSD, Dr. Jamie Huysman, TAR ANON, TAR Network, TAR Tales
Question of the day: Why would the victim of a toxic abusive relationship emotionally bond with the person who is inflicting that harm on them? Unfortunately, the answer to this question is complex and often misunderstood. Trauma bonding can lead to profound...
by STAR Network | Jul 23, 2024 | Boundaries, CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Dr. Jamie Huysman, Emotional Wellness, Gaslighting, Guest Contributor, TAR ANON, TAR Network, TAR Tales
Have you ever woken up on a sunny day only to realize by mid-afternoon that the sky had darkened and heavy clouds were threatening rain? You might have had no idea when the sun had ducked behind a cloud or when the day had darkened. That’s what toxic relationships are...
