“If you’ve recently ended a toxic relationship with someone with narcissistic traits, you’re likely dealing with plenty of hurt and confusion.

Even when you know, deep down, that you weren’t to blame, believing this is often another story entirely.

Wondering what you could have done differently to prevent abuse or help your loved one address their issues can add to your emotional turmoil.

Toxic relationships also share some similarities with addiction, explains Ellen Biros, a therapist in Suwanee, Georgia, who specializes in helping people recover from abusive relationships.”

https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/9-tips-for-narcissistic-abuse-recovery#emotions