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Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance, an intense need of admiration, and a sense of entitlement. Additionally, individuals with narcissistic personality disorder may take advantage of others and lack empathy. 


Symptoms of narcissistic personality disorder can include: 

 

  • Belief that you are special or more important than others
  • Having fantasies about power, success, and/or attractiveness 
  • Failing to recognize others’ needs and feelings 
  • Exaggeration of achievements 
  • Being arrogant 
  • Expecting special treatment due to perceived superiority 
  • Envy of others or belief that others are jealous of them 
  • Unreasonable expectations of favors or advantages 
  • Often taking advantage of other people 
  • Belittling or looking down on others that they see as inferior
  • Reacting negatively to criticism 

 

How is narcissistic personality disorder treated? 


Although individuals with narcissistic personality disorder rarely seek treatment, psychotherapy can help these individuals to learn to better relate to others and strengthen relationships as well as understand their emotions.


If you or someone you know is struggling with narcissistic personality disorder, contact us to see how we can help.

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