Narcissistic abuse is an insidious form of emotional abuse in which the perpetrator uses abusive and manipulative behaviors to dehumanize, isolate, and control or manipulate a person’s mental, behavioral, and emotional state, tearing apart their sense of self for their (the perpetrator’s) personal gain. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re the victim of narcissistic abuse or not, you’re not alone. Narcissistic abuse is challenging to identify.