narcissistic
personalit ydisorder
tulsa oklahoma
At first glance, a few traits
commonly associated with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) might seem reminiscent of someone who simply has a strong sense of self-esteem.
However, it's crucial to understand that individuals with NPD genuinely believe they are superior to others and struggle to connect with or understand the emotions of those around them. They harbor an unrelenting desire for constant admiration and possess an inflated sense of self-importance.
Beneath this facade of grandiosity, lies a delicate self-image that can be easily shaken by external influences.
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Thinking you're superior to others.
Not being able to understand or connect with how others feel.
Using others for your advantage.
Being obsessed with success, looks, and power.
Always needing praise and admiration.
Exaggerating your talents and accomplishments.
Believing others are jealous of you, or you feeling jealous of them.
Seeing yourself as more special than most.
Struggling to maintain healthy relationships.
Often being accused of being unfeeling or lacking empathy.
Assuming everyone will agree with your ideas and plans.
Having a fragile self-image and getting hurt or feeling rejected easily.
Feeling disrespect or contempt for those you consider inferior.
People dealing with npd
frequently find it challenging to maintain healthy romantic relationships, friendships, and connections with their families.
They often view those around them as being beneath them and treat them accordingly. People with NPD tend to steer conversations towards themselves and become annoyed when the spotlight isn't on them.
They frequently believe they deserve the absolute best, more so than others, and become upset or frustrated when they don't receive the attention and lifestyle they believe they're entitled to.
This behavior often serves as a shield to hide their low self-esteem and their difficulty in handling criticism.
When these aspects of their personality are questioned or challenged, they may respond with intense anger, attempt to belittle the other person, or even explode with rage.
NPD often stems from a difficult
upbringing, which could involve childhood abuse, neglect, unusually high parental expectations, or being excessively pampered. When a child faces these challenges without guidance and emotional support, they learn to protect themselves by shutting down their emotions. Unfortunately, these coping mechanisms often persist into adulthood.
Being in a relationship with someone who has NPD can be tough because it may involve experiencing mistreatment, feeling unimportant, being unheard, or lacking support. Both the individual with NPD and their partner can benefit from therapy. The person with NPD desires meaningful relationships but may struggle to maintain them, while the partner may love them deeply but feel unfulfilled and undervalued.
Those with NPD also frequently grapple with issues like substance abuse, depression, financial difficulties, and workplace problems, among other challenges.
The therapists at Exhale often work
with individuals who have NPD, as well as their loved ones, family members, and friends. When you start therapy, your therapist will begin by addressing any issues related to substance abuse, depression, and how you see yourself. They'll help you examine your thoughts and beliefs about yourself, life, and the people around you.
If you're in a relationship, your therapist can also assist both you and your partner in overcoming the challenges you've faced and developing healthier ways of relating and communicating with each other. Through therapy, you'll start to find joy and success in your relationships and other important areas of your life, including your career.