Question 1

what is the definition or description of: narcissistic personality?

Accepted Answer

Narcissism: Narcissistic personality disorder is a psychiatric disorder that usually first is apparent in adolescence or early adulthood. It is associated with the need for much more attention and appreciation than usual. A common theory is that underlying this need is a great sense of doubt about one's value as a person.

Question 2

what is the narcissistic personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Much Self-Importance: It's a condition in which there is an inflated sense of self-importance and an extreme preoccupation with oneself. As with all personality disorders, a mental health professional diagnoses the disorder after a psychological evaluation of the history and severity of the symptoms. Psychotherapy (talk therapy) may help a person with the disorder improve functioning and relationships with others.

Question 3

can narcissistic personality disorder be cured?

Accepted Answer

Personality : Disorders are very hard to cure. Usually, people feel comfortable with their personality and see no need to change. The place to start is with parts of their personality that they are uncomfortable with (i.e. Neurotic parts). Slow minimal progress can be made.

Question 4

is narcissistic personality disorder a serious problem?

Accepted Answer

YES: It is for the people in the narcissist's life. Narcissist's are insenstive mates. They invest in others to get something back. When there are two pieces of pie, the narcissist will consistently take the big piece. Narcissists often get off on making other people feel inferior & insignificant. The narcissist needs lots of strokes & admiration. Narcissists cause other pain.

Question 5

could my friend have npd (narcissistic personality disorder)?

Accepted Answer

Why do you ask?: Truth be told, it's not really a lay person's place to go diagnosing acquaintances / activity partners. Egomaniacs and people with exaggerated needs to be admired aren't the people that most folks choose for friends, and you're not likely to help or change such a person.

Question 6

can the mmpi test identify narcissistic personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Yes: An mmpi result could be consistent with a narcissitic personality disorder. However psychological testing results alone should not be used to make the diagnosis. The results can be used to help confirm what is noted with formal evaluation.

Question 7

if someone has narcissistic personality disorder what can we do?

Accepted Answer

Who is &quot;we&quot;?: Narcissistic personality can be treated effectively in psychotherapy, specifically psychoanalytic or psychodynamic therapy.  It is generally long-term therapy.  If by &quot;we&quot; you mean friends or family who have to deal with the person (not the person himself/herself), that is a different question.

Question 8

how could i tell if i have npd (narcissistic personality disorder)?

Accepted Answer

Well....: Are you entitled? Indignant? Do you feel superior & look down on others? Do you fantasize about a "perfect" mate? Do you think you walk on water but others are not quite so impressed? Do you demand lots of admiration? Do you think you are special & not well understood by all the comon slobs on the street? Does it make you feel good to put others down?  If many +'s - consider getting a psych eval.

Question 9

why might it be that i want to cure narcissistic personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Normal to you: What is normal to you is not an asset in getting ahead in our society and successfully working with other peiple.  It will severely limit your future income potential and the people that will want to associate with you.  Reference site: http://psychology.About.Com/od/personalitydisorders/a/narcissisticpd.Htm.

Question 10

please explain who first discovered narcissistic personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Narcissism History: Reference site:  http://psychology.About.Com/od/personalitydisorders/a/narcissisticpd.Htm.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Narcissistic personality medication

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: narcissistic personality?

A member asked:

What is the narcissistic personality disorder?

A member asked:

Can narcissistic personality disorder be cured?

A member asked:

Is narcissistic personality disorder a serious problem?

A member asked:

Could my friend have npd (narcissistic personality disorder)?

A member asked:

Can the mmpi test identify narcissistic personality disorder?

A member asked:

If someone has narcissistic personality disorder what can we do?

A member asked:

How could i tell if i have npd (narcissistic personality disorder)?

A member asked:

Why might it be that i want to cure narcissistic personality disorder?

A member asked:

Please explain who first discovered narcissistic personality disorder?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?