From the Book - First US edition.
Machine generated contents note: Acknowledgements
Introduction: what the book is about
*Sociopath-induced distress and trauma
Interactions of a sociopath
*The sociopathic transaction
*The Sociopath-Empath-Apath Triad
*The 'gaslighting' effect and how it works
*The effects of haslighting from the targeted person's point of view
Coping in the aftermath of a destructive relationship
*Witnessing sociopathic abuse
*Dealing with the draining effects of trauma
*Dealing with anxiety, stress and anger in the early days
*When the stress and anxiety aren't shifting
Establishing boundaries and regaining control of your life
*Coping with the aftermath of trauma
*Establishing control following prolonged contact with a sociopath
Dealing with complex family situations
*Laying down the law with problem grandparents and other family members
*What if you suspect your child has sociopathic traits?
Appendix: The Empathy Quotient (EQ) test.
