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Kristy Lee Parkin Ph.D.

About

Kristy Lee Parkin was awarded her Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology from Capella University and is a member of Psi Chi, the international honor society in psychology. Dr. Parkin's areas of expertise include child psychology and early education, narcissism, and post-traumatic growth. Her exemplary leadership skills earned her an induction to the National Society of Leadership and Success and she is proud to represent her deaf and hard of hearing community as a member of Delta Alpha Phi International Honor Society. A graduate of prestigious Wells College, Kristy Lee is also a licensed funeral director and co-founder of Salt City Legacy Scholars, Inc, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that awards scholarships and financial assistance to young women across New York State. Kristy Lee's passion for lifelong learning has led to her multiple certifications and training in diverse studies. In addition to her Bachelor's degree (History/Art History), she has an Associate's Degree in Occupational Services (Funeral Arts & Sciences) as well as a Master of Business Administration. A native of Queens, NY, Dr. Parkin currently resides in upstate New York where she is an adjunct faculty member at Syracuse University School of Information Studies (iSchool).

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Recent Posts
The Narcissistic Cycle of Abuse

Individuals who are high in narcissism may use a cycle of abuse to keep their partners, or victims, trapped in a relationship. Here's how to recognize the stages.

Individuals who are high in narcissism may use a cycle of abuse to keep their partners, or victims, trapped in a relationship. Here's how to recognize the stages.

Narcissistic Obsession with Attention

No matter the situation, someone high in narcissism often must remain the center of attention. Their deep jealousy, paired with their fragile self-esteem, can complicate any relationship.

No matter the situation, someone high in narcissism often must remain the center of attention. Their deep jealousy, paired with their fragile self-esteem, can complicate any relationship.

The Cost of Loving a Narcissist

Being with a narcissist will cost you more than your sanity. Some narcissists cause their partners extreme financial distress and ruin.

Being with a narcissist will cost you more than your sanity. Some narcissists cause their partners extreme financial distress and ruin.

Divorcing the Narcissist in Family Court

High-conflict divorces are often a weapon of choice for narcissists, but is it worth engaging in such a destructive battle?

High-conflict divorces are often a weapon of choice for narcissists, but is it worth engaging in such a destructive battle?

Moving On and Moving Up from a Narcissist

Healing from abuse is not a straightforward trajectory. It can be a challenging and uphill climb, especially when trying to break free from a narcissist.

Healing from abuse is not a straightforward trajectory. It can be a challenging and uphill climb, especially when trying to break free from a narcissist.

Narcissism and Modern Dating

The pandemic has only increased the role of dating apps in finding new partners. Does this make seekers more vulnerable to narcissists?

The pandemic has only increased the role of dating apps in finding new partners. Does this make seekers more vulnerable to narcissists?