The court system, your friends, and even well-meaning therapists will often tell you to “co-parent.” They emphasize communication, compromise, and putting the kids first. While this sounds great in theory, psychologists who specialize in high-conflict personalities warn that trying to co-parent with a narcissist is actually a trap. Unfortunately, you cannot cooperate with someone whose primary goal is to destroy you or win at all costs. Understanding why the standard advice fails is the first step to protecting yourself and your children. Here is the reality of the situation.
