The White Knight Syndrome

Rescuing Yourself From Your Need to Rescue Others
by Mary Lamia and Marilyn Krieger

The Rescued (Part 2 of 4)

By Mary C. Lamia, Ph.D. on October 21, 2009 in The White Knight Syndrome

Our previous blog reviewed two subtypes from the Helpless Rescued category the Depressed and the Dependent, and how and why white knights find them attractive. This blog describes the other two subtypes of the Helpless Rescued. Our upcoming blogs will explore the second category of rescued partners, the Rapacious Rescued. Read More

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Mary C. Lamia, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in Marin County, CA.

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