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What Is the Narcissistic Process?

The narcissistic process usually starts in a person's childhood. For a person who is narcissistic, they may have what is know as narcissistic personality disorder.

  1. Definition

    • Narcissistic personality disorder can be defined as a condition in which a person suffers from a high level of a sense of self-importance and need for admiration.

    Commonality

    • Narcissistic personality disorder is not that common. Less than 1 percent of the population has this condition, and it is more common in males and psychiatric patients.

    Causes

    • There is no known causes of the disorder because it is so complex, but NPD can be connected to a dysfunctional upbringing, abuse and neglect.

    Symptoms

    • Some symptoms of NPD are believing you are special or better than other people, a abnormally high desire for power or attractiveness and taking advantage of other people.

    Treatment

    • There are no specific medications used to treat NPD. Treatment of NPD is centered around different types of therapy such as group therapy, family therapy and cognitive therapy.

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