Caryl McBride, a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience and an expert in parental narcissism, offers a five-step program to help heal the trauma of a complex parent without inheriting toxic behavior. A narcissistic parent is always there when he needs you. But he's not around when you need him. He ignores you or totally subdues you. It overwhelms your self and prevents you from appreciating and understanding yourself. It is difficult to communicate with him and it is impossible to get his support. Trauma creates trauma - and as a result, growing up with complex parents leads to a loss of control over your life. How to stop the vicious cycle of selfishness? Not choosing a narcissistic partner and not inheriting a parent's toxic behavior yourself? The program, which Caryl McBride created, has helped thousands of her clients and readers heal the trauma of a cold, self-centered parent.