Publisher's Synopsis
Please Note: This book was originally created in Kindle (eBook) form. It has been made available in paperback form at the request of readers. However, to most easily access the linked resources offered, the author recommends the Amazon Kindle version of this book be purchased for the best reader experience. Links are included as footnotes in this paperback version.
Were you bullied, shamed, blamed, rejected, or neglected by a parent, sibling, or other relative growing up or as an adult? Have you been the target of a family 'smear' campaign and were left feeling frustrated, upset, and confused? Have you tried to reach out for help and support and been told, "But it's your family, it can't be that bad"?
In this comprehensive introductory guide, the author (a Psychotherapist and Family Systems expert) clearly identifies scapegoating as a form of psycho-emotional abuse while providing a means of understanding why dysfunctional families 'reject, shame, and blame' one of their own. Via psycho-education, self-assessment tools, and practical steps and strategies, the abusive and traumatizing aspects of family scapegoating are clearly established while ways to dis-identify and recover from the 'family scapegoat' narrative are explored. 'Links of Interest' for further reading and education are included within each chapter and in the book's 'Afterword' and 'Resource' section.
In these pages you'll discover:
- How to recognize and identify family scapegoating abuse (FSA) signs and symptoms
- Why scapegoated individuals have difficulty finding help
- How complex trauma (C-PTSD), and 'toxic shame' impede FSA recovery
- Why the family 'Empath' can end up scapegoated
- How to establish boundaries if your trauma response is 'fawning'
- How to recover and realign with your 'true self'
This life is the only one you'll have, and your story is precious and unique. If you're struggling to understand family scapegoat dynamics and want to recover and reclaim your 'true self' identity and release the 'scapegoat story' for good, this book's for you.
FSA Self-Assessment is included but should not be used for diagnostic purposes.
Clinicians and Coaches may also find this introductory book helpful. Please read the 'Afterword' for more information and resources.
"A much needed adjunct to the Family Systems model. Validating for those who have been impacted by family scapegoating dynamics. Mandeville provides a solid pathway for recovering from this kind of abuse. Recommended reading for those suffering in the family scapegoat role as well as Mental Health professionals."
- Shellie Krick, MSW
Those who appreciate reading about healing from the effects of Dysfunctional or Toxic Families; Narcissistic Abuse; Narcissistic Families; Complex Trauma (C-PTSD); Dysfunctional Family Dynamics; Multigenerational Trauma; Empaths; (the) Highly Sensitive Person (HSP); Child Abuse; Bullying; and Adult Survivors of Child Abuse will likely appreciate this book.
(c)2020 - Rebecca C. Mandeville - All Rights Reserved
