Yes they are.
They always emotionally abuse them, because narcissists lack empathy. Some physically abuse. It depends on the specific case.
This is very wrong but three ways parents abuse their children are physically, sexually or emotionally.
The likely word is the verb "molest" (to harm, or to sexually abuse).
If you've been exposed to narcissistic abuse in childhood, you're more likely to end up with narcissistic partners if you haven't worked through your abuse. Adult Children of Narcissists (ACONs) have a number of issues to resolve.
The plural term is spelled "molesters" (those who sexually abuse children).
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Peedo or Paedophile - some one who likes to sexually abuse children or has obsessions with them. (Urban Dictionary)
Throughout history, it has always been more likely that a man will sexually abuse women. However, many rapes and abuse often go unreported.
If the step son is young enough, he will follow the narcissitic route. narcissitic people can be dangerous for young children too because they are more likely to abuse them. You can find better males to choose from at church. Don't settle for less.
Abused children are likely to feel alienated from their parents, but alienation is not itself a form of abuse, it is just a consequence of abuse.
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Sexually Abuse it.