Narcissism
Narcissism is a mental disorder in which a person has an exaggerated idea of his own worth Such people demand praise and admiration from others, but they are characterized by a lack of empathy towards others However, behind this mask of overconfidence lies a very low self-esteem that is vulnerable to even the slightest criticism.
Narcissism causes many problems in various life situations such as relationships, work, school and financial situations. Such patients usually feel unhappy and frustrated because they feel that they are not getting enough recognition according to their merits. People do not enjoy being around such a patient, which leads to dissatisfaction with relationships in this person
Treatment of narcissism includes counseling therapy (psychotherapy)
The cause of narcissism is unknown Like other mental disorders, the cause of this disease is complex Narcissism may be associated with:
- An inappropriate parent-child relationship that includes excessive pampering or, conversely, excessive criticism
- Genetics and psychobiology - the brain's connection to behavior and thinking
Narcissism is one of the personality disorders A personality disorder is a condition in which a person's personality traits do not fit in with society, causing them to feel depressed. This leads to limiting their abilities in relationships, work, school, etc Sh
During narcissism, the patient is self-respecting, boastful and pretentious He often monopolizes conversations A person with the disease perceives others as inferior At this time, the patient feels proud and cannot adapt to inappropriate attention from people Such patients insist on the best of everything: the best car, medical services, etc Sh
At the same time, the patient finds it difficult to handle criticism He secretly suffers from feelings of insecurity, shame, vulnerability and humiliation To make themselves feel better, such people react with anger and try to put others down in order to make themselves look better. However, the patient may experience depression because he realizes his lack of perfection
Many experts use the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) criteria to diagnose mental conditions. The guide is also used by various insurance companies to reimburse for treatment
SDS-5 criteria for describing narcissism:
- Exaggeration of one's own importance
- Expectation to be recognized or deified, regardless of any achievements that might have caused such admiration among others
- Exaggeration of one's own achievements and talents Sh about
- Belief that the patient is above others and can only interact with his equals
- Demand for constant deification
- Desire for the best living conditions and life through others
- Expect favors from everyone and desire to meet his own expectations without question
- Oppression of others to achieve his own goals
Narcissism strays from the boundaries of healthy self-confidence, and the patient's exaggerated self-image leads to placing himself on a higher level than others.
When to see a doctor
In narcissism, the patient may not think there is a problem at all, because treatment does not fit into his strong and perfect image. People with narcissism seek medical help only if they develop symptoms of depression The cause of depression is criticism from the society and non-acceptance of this person
If you think you have narcissistic traits or feel overly depressed, consult a psychiatrist or a doctor you trust. Under the conditions of appropriate treatment, it is possible to help the patient and create a more pleasant life for him
