How do you deal with someone who has a Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
Q. HELP!!! I work for a man who I swear has a Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Every "symptom" fits him perfectly! I can't just up and quit until I have something else in line. I have tried everything I can think of and nothing works. Does anyone have any advice on how to deal with someone like this? At least until something better comes along.
Asked by Bear - Thu Jan 25 14:11:48 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Just focus on yourself and do the best you can. Probably judging him the way you do magnifies the problem. Maybe he has other issues with you and doesn't see you doing your job well.
Answered by the Boss - Thu Jan 25 14:16:11 2007
Q. HELP!!! I work for a man who I swear has a Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Every "symptom" fits him perfectly! I can't just up and quit until I have something else in line. I have tried everything I can think of and nothing works. Does anyone have any advice on how to deal with someone like this? At least until something better comes along.
Asked by Bear - Thu Jan 25 14:11:48 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Just focus on yourself and do the best you can. Probably judging him the way you do magnifies the problem. Maybe he has other issues with you and doesn't see you doing your job well.
Answered by the Boss - Thu Jan 25 14:16:11 2007
Who first discovered Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
Q. I'm doing a research paper on narcissistic personality disorder, and I can find a lot of websites with people who have done research on it and everything, but I specifically need to know who discovered it, or first named the disorder, and when. Or if anyone knows of any specific websites where I could find this information. Thank you for any help you can give me.
Asked by Peyyyton - Sun Nov 8 17:46:12 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi: The answer is a bit complicated depending on exactly what you are looking for. If you are looking for the modern clinical diagnosis, as defined by the DSM-IV, the award would probably go to Drs. Otto Kernberg or Heinz Kohut. Below is an excerpt from wikipedia. The term "narcissistic personality structure" was introduced by Kernberg in 1967 and "narcissistic personality disorder" first proposed by Kohut in 1968, used to describe a long term organized characterological functioning defined as a personality disorder. Kohut included NPD in his diagnostic spectrum of primary self-disorders in 1978. He differentiated between "narcissistic personality disorder" with hypochondria, depression, hypersensitivity and lack of enthusiasm/zest and… [cont.]
Answered by YA Junkie - Mon Nov 9 03:48:10 2009
Q. I'm doing a research paper on narcissistic personality disorder, and I can find a lot of websites with people who have done research on it and everything, but I specifically need to know who discovered it, or first named the disorder, and when. Or if anyone knows of any specific websites where I could find this information. Thank you for any help you can give me.
Asked by Peyyyton - Sun Nov 8 17:46:12 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi: The answer is a bit complicated depending on exactly what you are looking for. If you are looking for the modern clinical diagnosis, as defined by the DSM-IV, the award would probably go to Drs. Otto Kernberg or Heinz Kohut. Below is an excerpt from wikipedia. The term "narcissistic personality structure" was introduced by Kernberg in 1967 and "narcissistic personality disorder" first proposed by Kohut in 1968, used to describe a long term organized characterological functioning defined as a personality disorder. Kohut included NPD in his diagnostic spectrum of primary self-disorders in 1978. He differentiated between "narcissistic personality disorder" with hypochondria, depression, hypersensitivity and lack of enthusiasm/zest and… [cont.]
Answered by YA Junkie - Mon Nov 9 03:48:10 2009
I was recently diagnosed with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder ?
Q. I was recently diagnosed with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder? Is this a bad thing? How significant is this? I feel pretty normal.
Asked by Sundown - Sat Aug 29 01:28:30 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You could be pregnant.
Answered by Sudeep King of Scorn - Sat Aug 29 01:38:51 2009
Q. I was recently diagnosed with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder? Is this a bad thing? How significant is this? I feel pretty normal.
Asked by Sundown - Sat Aug 29 01:28:30 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You could be pregnant.
Answered by Sudeep King of Scorn - Sat Aug 29 01:38:51 2009
On a project, is there the possible spectre of a "narcissistic personality disorder" person being on board ?
Q. If the system has algorithms, and there is a "narcissistic personality disorder" person on board, won't the algorithms be likely mucked up, by the "narcissistic personality disorder" person. This is not rocket science. The longer the "narcissistic personality disorder" person remains on board, the greater the likelihood that they have mucked-up a key algorithm.
Asked by The Path I Choose - Thu Jul 9 05:56:27 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments
A. True that
Answered by shybabe1986 - Thu Jul 9 06:00:19 2009
Q. If the system has algorithms, and there is a "narcissistic personality disorder" person on board, won't the algorithms be likely mucked up, by the "narcissistic personality disorder" person. This is not rocket science. The longer the "narcissistic personality disorder" person remains on board, the greater the likelihood that they have mucked-up a key algorithm.
Asked by The Path I Choose - Thu Jul 9 05:56:27 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments
A. True that
Answered by shybabe1986 - Thu Jul 9 06:00:19 2009
How come there are so few people with narcissistic personality disorder ?
Q. Narcissistic personality disorder works very effectively, for the narcissist. It is like a scorched earth policy. Typically destroying evidence. beautiful answers, peeps. thanks.
Asked by paladin - Wed Nov 15 04:12:44 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They just haven't been diagnosed with that particular disorder. Kinda like people who obsess over other people with narcissistic personality disorder... THEY haven't yet been diagnosed with OCD. plrr
Answered by Angry C - Wed Nov 15 07:36:05 2006
Q. Narcissistic personality disorder works very effectively, for the narcissist. It is like a scorched earth policy. Typically destroying evidence. beautiful answers, peeps. thanks.
Asked by paladin - Wed Nov 15 04:12:44 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They just haven't been diagnosed with that particular disorder. Kinda like people who obsess over other people with narcissistic personality disorder... THEY haven't yet been diagnosed with OCD. plrr
Answered by Angry C - Wed Nov 15 07:36:05 2006
Is Narcissistic Personality Disorder a problem?
Q. I'm pretty sure I have Narcissistic Personality Disorder, I've been all but professionally diagnosed and was wondering if I'm going to encounter problems in life because of it; I don't see it obstructing me in any way but would like to know if anybody has encountered any issues with the disorder. If it bears any relevance I'm 16.
Asked by Xais - Sun Mar 15 20:30:27 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most answer'rs here are misinterpreting. NPD is a serious impediment to intimacy and committed, loving relationships. Many do not surmount this disorder until in their early 40's. It requires a lot of therapy, trial and error before folks with NPD learn from their mistakes over the course of their lives. Hallmarks of this disorder are; blaming others for your mistakes, feelings of entitlement and 'specialness', manipulation of others, lack of meaningful friendships, and a generalized sense of dissatisfaction with life. Sorry to say: I wouldn't wish this disorder on my worst enemy :( Good luck to you, as you attempt to tackle it.
Answered by Jimbo - Sun Mar 15 20:52:11 2009
Q. I'm pretty sure I have Narcissistic Personality Disorder, I've been all but professionally diagnosed and was wondering if I'm going to encounter problems in life because of it; I don't see it obstructing me in any way but would like to know if anybody has encountered any issues with the disorder. If it bears any relevance I'm 16.
Asked by Xais - Sun Mar 15 20:30:27 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most answer'rs here are misinterpreting. NPD is a serious impediment to intimacy and committed, loving relationships. Many do not surmount this disorder until in their early 40's. It requires a lot of therapy, trial and error before folks with NPD learn from their mistakes over the course of their lives. Hallmarks of this disorder are; blaming others for your mistakes, feelings of entitlement and 'specialness', manipulation of others, lack of meaningful friendships, and a generalized sense of dissatisfaction with life. Sorry to say: I wouldn't wish this disorder on my worst enemy :( Good luck to you, as you attempt to tackle it.
Answered by Jimbo - Sun Mar 15 20:52:11 2009
How do people with narcissistic personality disorder get treated?
Q. It seems that one of the main symptoms they exhibit is that they believe nothing they do is wrong (I guess this would be true of people with sociopathic personality disorder as well, and maybe a few other ones). So how do they get to treatment, if they don't see themselves as having a problem? Perfect love/perfect trust: I feel your pain and am sorry you had to go through it. Fortunately, this is not my spouse though it is a close relative.
Asked by WWDJND? - Sat Oct 10 14:05:27 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most narcissists don't ever receive treatment, or even a diagnosis, and those that do get diagnosed usually do so only because they have been forced into it by their loved ones.
Answered by lilmissdisorganised - Sat Oct 10 17:10:38 2009
Q. It seems that one of the main symptoms they exhibit is that they believe nothing they do is wrong (I guess this would be true of people with sociopathic personality disorder as well, and maybe a few other ones). So how do they get to treatment, if they don't see themselves as having a problem? Perfect love/perfect trust: I feel your pain and am sorry you had to go through it. Fortunately, this is not my spouse though it is a close relative.
Asked by WWDJND? - Sat Oct 10 14:05:27 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most narcissists don't ever receive treatment, or even a diagnosis, and those that do get diagnosed usually do so only because they have been forced into it by their loved ones.
Answered by lilmissdisorganised - Sat Oct 10 17:10:38 2009
Does Obama have Narcissistic personality disorder and do we want that in our president?
Q. 1. has a grandiose sense of self-importance 2. is preoccupied with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love 3. believes that he or she is "special" and unique 4. requires excessive admiration 5. has a sense of entitlement 6. is interpersonally exploitative 7. lacks empathy 8. is often envious of others or believes others are envious of him or her 9. shows arrogant, haughty behaviors or attitudes
Asked by Homeless in Phoenix - Wed Jul 30 15:44:11 2008 - - 24 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, he does. And no, we don't. I asked the same question about a week ago, but didn't get so many Obamabot responses as you did. I found the list of DSM criteria on mental-health-today.com more detailed than the one on Wikipedia. Remember, it only takes five of these characteristics for a diagnosis. Obama's behavior clearly shows 1-5 and 9, so that's six criteria right there. He also fits pretty well with 6 and 8. The only one I can't be sure of yet is 7, although the way he completely silenced his wife, when she became a liability to his campaign, indicates both 6 and 7.
Answered by Good 2B Right - Thu Jul 31 10:24:45 2008
Q. 1. has a grandiose sense of self-importance 2. is preoccupied with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love 3. believes that he or she is "special" and unique 4. requires excessive admiration 5. has a sense of entitlement 6. is interpersonally exploitative 7. lacks empathy 8. is often envious of others or believes others are envious of him or her 9. shows arrogant, haughty behaviors or attitudes
Asked by Homeless in Phoenix - Wed Jul 30 15:44:11 2008 - - 24 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, he does. And no, we don't. I asked the same question about a week ago, but didn't get so many Obamabot responses as you did. I found the list of DSM criteria on mental-health-today.com more detailed than the one on Wikipedia. Remember, it only takes five of these characteristics for a diagnosis. Obama's behavior clearly shows 1-5 and 9, so that's six criteria right there. He also fits pretty well with 6 and 8. The only one I can't be sure of yet is 7, although the way he completely silenced his wife, when she became a liability to his campaign, indicates both 6 and 7.
Answered by Good 2B Right - Thu Jul 31 10:24:45 2008
Do people with narcissistic personality disorder even know they have it? or are they too *perfect* to look?
Q. I am dating someone that has been loosely diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder. It is pretty bad. I am wondering if these people even look at the fact that they have it? By loosely... I mean counselors have diagnosed this, not psychiatrists. He does not believe anyone.
Asked by wickeywickey - Thu Jul 17 21:12:45 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. First off, it's hard to be "loosely" diagnosed with a Personality Disorder. They are serious issues. However, speaking generally of Narcissistic Personality Disorder most people with this diagnosis do not believe that there is anything wrong with them. Instead, it is others who have the issues and fail to recognize it. So while they may have heard someone tell them they have the diagnosis, the short answer is no, they don't believe they have it.
Answered by Dr. D - Thu Jul 17 21:18:45 2008
Q. I am dating someone that has been loosely diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder. It is pretty bad. I am wondering if these people even look at the fact that they have it? By loosely... I mean counselors have diagnosed this, not psychiatrists. He does not believe anyone.
Asked by wickeywickey - Thu Jul 17 21:12:45 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. First off, it's hard to be "loosely" diagnosed with a Personality Disorder. They are serious issues. However, speaking generally of Narcissistic Personality Disorder most people with this diagnosis do not believe that there is anything wrong with them. Instead, it is others who have the issues and fail to recognize it. So while they may have heard someone tell them they have the diagnosis, the short answer is no, they don't believe they have it.
Answered by Dr. D - Thu Jul 17 21:18:45 2008
A question about Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
Q. Can Narcissistic Personality Disorder be triggered by psychological trauma early in childhood- the suicide of a parent? And can it manifest itself later in early adulthood? Please, this is a heartbreaking issue so I would be grateful for serious answers only- no rude or offensive replies. Thank you.
Asked by junkmail - Tue Jul 28 14:42:28 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I doubt that the trauma of the suicide itself would trigger narcissistic personality disorder, but the surviving parent or others spoiling the child (to compensate for the child's loss) could. The child might also try to compensate for their loss by seeking attention elsewhere. Narcissistic personality disorder usually starts during early childhood, but "if a child does not receive sufficient recognition for their talents during about ages 3 7 they will never mature and continue to be in the narcissistic early development stage." So, it can manifest itself in early adulthood, but this at this age, it wouldn't have been the first time. From Wikipedia, these are suggested as possible causes: " * An oversensitive temperament at birth * [cont.]
Answered by MichaelExe - Tue Jul 28 19:13:23 2009
Q. Can Narcissistic Personality Disorder be triggered by psychological trauma early in childhood- the suicide of a parent? And can it manifest itself later in early adulthood? Please, this is a heartbreaking issue so I would be grateful for serious answers only- no rude or offensive replies. Thank you.
Asked by junkmail - Tue Jul 28 14:42:28 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I doubt that the trauma of the suicide itself would trigger narcissistic personality disorder, but the surviving parent or others spoiling the child (to compensate for the child's loss) could. The child might also try to compensate for their loss by seeking attention elsewhere. Narcissistic personality disorder usually starts during early childhood, but "if a child does not receive sufficient recognition for their talents during about ages 3 7 they will never mature and continue to be in the narcissistic early development stage." So, it can manifest itself in early adulthood, but this at this age, it wouldn't have been the first time. From Wikipedia, these are suggested as possible causes: " * An oversensitive temperament at birth * [cont.]
Answered by MichaelExe - Tue Jul 28 19:13:23 2009
How many of you men would be willing to marry a woman with narcissistic personality disorder?
Q. i have a friend who was just diagnosed with this.. she is beautiful but narcissistic about it.. you know, the "don't hate me because i'm beautiful" type.. there is no treatment or medication for it.. narcissism is an ingrained personality trait.
Asked by Eva - Sun Jun 14 17:46:50 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Aren't they ALL that way???
Answered by tallerfella - Sun Jun 14 17:52:30 2009
Q. i have a friend who was just diagnosed with this.. she is beautiful but narcissistic about it.. you know, the "don't hate me because i'm beautiful" type.. there is no treatment or medication for it.. narcissism is an ingrained personality trait.
Asked by Eva - Sun Jun 14 17:46:50 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Aren't they ALL that way???
Answered by tallerfella - Sun Jun 14 17:52:30 2009
When a relationship is all about control is the person a sociopath or have narcissistic personality disorder?
Q. I am married to a man that is more my enemy than my husband that is supposed to love me. He has tried to make me feel inferior in the relationship but I realize there are deep issues he has that are all about control. I believe he has a personality disorder, not been diagnosed, but I've lived with him many years to know the pain he's caused. Hoping someone may have a similar experience to find out what is going on with this man.
Asked by sweetie - Sat Sep 26 14:19:25 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. For my part, I would say he suffers from insecurities. Most people develop insecurities as a child, usually from a controlling parent, who suffered the same fate. Ask about his childhood... hehe. Now, it's been my personal experience, that people with insecurities, are quick to put others down, in effect making themselves feel better, creating a feeling of dominance over others. It used to be that way with my father. You could only really agree with him. I loved him nonetheless, but we never had that bond. Throughout my childhood, I always felt like he thought I was his mortal enemy. It wasn't much fun back then. You should find that your hubby, won't stand for any criticism. In example, he might complain about how every ones criticizing… [cont.]
Answered by AnswerTheQuestion - Sat Sep 26 14:47:05 2009
Q. I am married to a man that is more my enemy than my husband that is supposed to love me. He has tried to make me feel inferior in the relationship but I realize there are deep issues he has that are all about control. I believe he has a personality disorder, not been diagnosed, but I've lived with him many years to know the pain he's caused. Hoping someone may have a similar experience to find out what is going on with this man.
Asked by sweetie - Sat Sep 26 14:19:25 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. For my part, I would say he suffers from insecurities. Most people develop insecurities as a child, usually from a controlling parent, who suffered the same fate. Ask about his childhood... hehe. Now, it's been my personal experience, that people with insecurities, are quick to put others down, in effect making themselves feel better, creating a feeling of dominance over others. It used to be that way with my father. You could only really agree with him. I loved him nonetheless, but we never had that bond. Throughout my childhood, I always felt like he thought I was his mortal enemy. It wasn't much fun back then. You should find that your hubby, won't stand for any criticism. In example, he might complain about how every ones criticizing… [cont.]
Answered by AnswerTheQuestion - Sat Sep 26 14:47:05 2009
How do you deal with a person with narcissistic personality disorder?
Q. I think I am married to narcissistic person. I want to know what to do to remain healthy while in this relationship.
Asked by PANAKA - Thu Aug 30 08:51:53 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Help him to achieve his fantasy of ideal love.
Answered by Need T - Sun Sep 2 01:34:54 2007
Q. I think I am married to narcissistic person. I want to know what to do to remain healthy while in this relationship.
Asked by PANAKA - Thu Aug 30 08:51:53 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Help him to achieve his fantasy of ideal love.
Answered by Need T - Sun Sep 2 01:34:54 2007
Are people who suffer from Narcissistic personality disorder, good or bad people?
Q. A friend of mine who studies phsycology told me that people who suffers from this mental disorder are in fact really great people. Is he right? i don't really know anything about mental diseases, so that's why im asking this Is there actually any famous guy who has this disorder?
Asked by Christopher II - Sun Mar 30 22:35:50 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. People with narcissistic personality disorder are very complex. Those closest to them (family, close friends) will tell you what a living hell the person with NPD creates for themselves and others, while the casual acquaintance (peer, client, colleague) will think the person with NPD is simply the greatest person ever. However, people who are keen on psychology or have someone like this in their life will more easily see through the mask of sanity. Those with NPD are also the most difficult to treat, since they are in such deep-rooted denial, they don't think anything is wrong.
Answered by tones - Sun Mar 30 22:50:04 2008
Q. A friend of mine who studies phsycology told me that people who suffers from this mental disorder are in fact really great people. Is he right? i don't really know anything about mental diseases, so that's why im asking this Is there actually any famous guy who has this disorder?
Asked by Christopher II - Sun Mar 30 22:35:50 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. People with narcissistic personality disorder are very complex. Those closest to them (family, close friends) will tell you what a living hell the person with NPD creates for themselves and others, while the casual acquaintance (peer, client, colleague) will think the person with NPD is simply the greatest person ever. However, people who are keen on psychology or have someone like this in their life will more easily see through the mask of sanity. Those with NPD are also the most difficult to treat, since they are in such deep-rooted denial, they don't think anything is wrong.
Answered by tones - Sun Mar 30 22:50:04 2008
How do you communicate effectively with someone who has Narcissistic Personality Disorder? ?
Q. I know someone who has this disorder. It's very hard to get my point across to them in a conversation, mainly because they always need me to cater to their views, opinions, etc. This person only seems to like me when I am complying with their thoughts, ideas, etc... and living up to their outlandish "expectations," so to speak. With the exception of cutting them out of my life, how do you deal with someone like this if they refuse to see any fault in themselves in any situation? Thanks!
Asked by Hi - Mon Dec 8 14:44:55 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The decision is a simple one. Short of the person with NPD taking medications to reduce their issues they can be expected to continue. I am autistic. Despite my best efforts at managing my tantrums and rages eventually if you stay my friend long enough you will see me blow up. If you stay my friend long enough you will get caught in one of my tangles. When I am confused despite my best efforts I do not understand some part of your neurotypical behavior, thinking processes or something about what has me upset.. Now because we would be friends you can rest assured I would not get angry or violent. I might get a bit loud but, only because the autisticwerewolf like part of my primal self that is out during my meltdowns is not the best… [cont.]
Answered by AUTISTICWEREWOLF - Mon Dec 8 15:19:21 2008
Q. I know someone who has this disorder. It's very hard to get my point across to them in a conversation, mainly because they always need me to cater to their views, opinions, etc. This person only seems to like me when I am complying with their thoughts, ideas, etc... and living up to their outlandish "expectations," so to speak. With the exception of cutting them out of my life, how do you deal with someone like this if they refuse to see any fault in themselves in any situation? Thanks!
Asked by Hi - Mon Dec 8 14:44:55 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The decision is a simple one. Short of the person with NPD taking medications to reduce their issues they can be expected to continue. I am autistic. Despite my best efforts at managing my tantrums and rages eventually if you stay my friend long enough you will see me blow up. If you stay my friend long enough you will get caught in one of my tangles. When I am confused despite my best efforts I do not understand some part of your neurotypical behavior, thinking processes or something about what has me upset.. Now because we would be friends you can rest assured I would not get angry or violent. I might get a bit loud but, only because the autisticwerewolf like part of my primal self that is out during my meltdowns is not the best… [cont.]
Answered by AUTISTICWEREWOLF - Mon Dec 8 15:19:21 2008
I believe I have someone in my life with Narcissistic Personality Disorder. What would you do?
Q. I have researched the disorder, so I know what the traits and consequences are. What I don't know is how to deal with this person on a long term basis, as I will be linked to them through another for a long time.
Asked by Mysti - Tue Oct 16 08:11:17 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Everything revolves around this person. I would stay away as much as possible. I would not share personal information that could be used against me. I would be polite, but not open.
Answered by Simmi - Sun Oct 21 15:15:56 2007
Q. I have researched the disorder, so I know what the traits and consequences are. What I don't know is how to deal with this person on a long term basis, as I will be linked to them through another for a long time.
Asked by Mysti - Tue Oct 16 08:11:17 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Everything revolves around this person. I would stay away as much as possible. I would not share personal information that could be used against me. I would be polite, but not open.
Answered by Simmi - Sun Oct 21 15:15:56 2007
Has anyone been badly affected with a spouse that has narcissistic personality disorder?
Q. I have experienced so much emotional trauma from my husband that I believe has NPD. We're not together now but the emotional pain is still very difficult to get over. Our relationship definitely fit the pattern with this disorder of first idealising me, then devaluing me and finally discarding me. Anyone experiencing a similar situation?
Asked by sweetie - Thu Apr 16 22:40:19 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. hmm have you thought of the possibility of borderline personality disorder? just an idea...sounds really difficult- I'm sorry. There is help out there for you after being exposed to his issues. Talk to a therapist in your area if that's something you would like to pursue.
Answered by rubikscube - Thu Apr 16 23:06:29 2009
Q. I have experienced so much emotional trauma from my husband that I believe has NPD. We're not together now but the emotional pain is still very difficult to get over. Our relationship definitely fit the pattern with this disorder of first idealising me, then devaluing me and finally discarding me. Anyone experiencing a similar situation?
Asked by sweetie - Thu Apr 16 22:40:19 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. hmm have you thought of the possibility of borderline personality disorder? just an idea...sounds really difficult- I'm sorry. There is help out there for you after being exposed to his issues. Talk to a therapist in your area if that's something you would like to pursue.
Answered by rubikscube - Thu Apr 16 23:06:29 2009
Can Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder be present at the same time?
Q. Someone very close to me has been diagnosed with both. Do they usually run hand in hand? How are they different? The narcissism does not surprise me but the other diagnosis does. Thank you.
Asked by Marcjc - Wed Sep 17 13:13:13 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, this is possible. This person is probably a victim of years of abuse, and of course, this will have an emotional effect on their personality, and how they cope for the rest of their adult life...
Answered by liddle_angel - Wed Sep 17 14:34:06 2008
Q. Someone very close to me has been diagnosed with both. Do they usually run hand in hand? How are they different? The narcissism does not surprise me but the other diagnosis does. Thank you.
Asked by Marcjc - Wed Sep 17 13:13:13 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, this is possible. This person is probably a victim of years of abuse, and of course, this will have an emotional effect on their personality, and how they cope for the rest of their adult life...
Answered by liddle_angel - Wed Sep 17 14:34:06 2008
Is Narcissistic Personality Disorder genetic?
Q. My husband and I want to have a baby. However, he is concerned that our child may have Narcissistic Personality Disorder - my husband's mother and sister both have it. Is this condition inherited?
Asked by Tonya - Tue Jun 16 14:03:56 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. there is a definite trend of families having the same/similar personality disorder, but to my knowledge, it is not genetic. The environment in which you raise your child will be the ultimate deciding factor. Be careful not to baby too much. Let them have independence. Let them know you care, but also that they need to take care of themselves sometimes. Praise the good things, but also let them know when they have done wrong. These are all important things to do when circumnavigating personality disorders.
Answered by delco714 - Tue Jun 16 14:11:30 2009
Q. My husband and I want to have a baby. However, he is concerned that our child may have Narcissistic Personality Disorder - my husband's mother and sister both have it. Is this condition inherited?
Asked by Tonya - Tue Jun 16 14:03:56 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. there is a definite trend of families having the same/similar personality disorder, but to my knowledge, it is not genetic. The environment in which you raise your child will be the ultimate deciding factor. Be careful not to baby too much. Let them have independence. Let them know you care, but also that they need to take care of themselves sometimes. Praise the good things, but also let them know when they have done wrong. These are all important things to do when circumnavigating personality disorders.
Answered by delco714 - Tue Jun 16 14:11:30 2009
Do people with Narcissistic Personality Disorder often have a strange look in their eyes ?
Q. If they do, it's a paradox, because people with NPD are supposedly very plausible and charming.
Asked by michel foucault - Tue Dec 25 02:21:21 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You say that the NPDs are supposedly very plausible and charming. I think that such people can be easily identified.. (their appearance, the way they behave, try to seem more important etc.,) The main reason for such behaviour is lack of self confidence. They believe in pretensons.
Answered by tmuthiah - Wed Dec 26 22:15:47 2007
Q. If they do, it's a paradox, because people with NPD are supposedly very plausible and charming.
Asked by michel foucault - Tue Dec 25 02:21:21 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You say that the NPDs are supposedly very plausible and charming. I think that such people can be easily identified.. (their appearance, the way they behave, try to seem more important etc.,) The main reason for such behaviour is lack of self confidence. They believe in pretensons.
Answered by tmuthiah - Wed Dec 26 22:15:47 2007
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Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:01:13 GM
Many of these children are violent[3] and aggressive[4] and as adults are at risk of developing a variety of psychological problems[5] and . personality. disorders, including antisocial . personality disorder. [6], . narcissistic personality. ...
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