When Scapegoat Goes No Contact?

Without the common chaos of “dealing with the scapegoat,” the narcissist's partner may decide that enough is enough. In other words, a scapegoat going no-contact tends induce chaos. The family has become so used to pinpointing issues onto one person that they now feel completely off-guard.

What happens to the family when the scapegoat goes no contact?

What Happens When The Family Scapegoat Child Goes No Contact? At first, the reaction may seem paradoxical. The child often feels like the parent wants nothing to do with them. But once they go no contact, the parent suddenly becomes extremely interested in their whereabouts.

What happens to the scapegoat child?

Over time, scapegoated children might give up even trying to succeed at anything. A lifetime of discouragement instead of rewards and praise takes its toll. They accept the family's narrative of their flaws. This can lead to a lifetime of low self-esteem and crippling self-doubt.