Daily Archives: March 20, 2014

Mental health providers: Tips on finding one Mental health providers: Credentials, services offered and what to expect. By Mayo Clinic Staff If you’ve never seen a mental health provider before, you may not know how to find one who suits … Continue reading →

prevention Because the cause of narcissistic personality disorder is unknown, there’s no known way to prevent the condition with any certainty. Getting treatment as soon as possible for childhood mental health problems may help. Family therapy may help families learn … Continue reading →

lifestyle and home remedies Whether you decide to seek treatment on your own or are encouraged by loved ones or a concerned employer, you may feel defensive about treatment or think it’s unnecessary. The nature of narcissistic personality disorder can … Continue reading →

treatment and drugs Narcissistic personality disorder treatment is centered around psychotherapy. There are no medications specifically used to treat narcissistic personality disorder. However, if you have symptoms of depression, anxiety or other conditions, medications such as antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications … Continue reading →

test and diagnosis Narcissistic personality disorder is diagnosed based on signs and symptoms, as well as a thorough psychological evaluation that may include filling out questionnaires. Although there’s no laboratory test to diagnose narcissistic personality disorder, you may also have … Continue reading →

preparing for your appointment People with narcissistic personality disorder are most likely to seek treatment when they develop symptoms of depression — often because of perceived criticisms or rejections. If you recognize that aspects of your personality are common to … Continue reading →

COMPLICATIONS Complications of narcissistic personality disorder, if left untreated, can include: •Substance abuse •Alcohol abuse •Depression •Suicidal thoughts or behavior •Relationship difficulties •Problems at work or school

RISK FACTORS Narcissistic personality disorder is rare. It affects more men than women. Narcissistic personality disorder often begins in early adulthood. Although some adolescents may seem to have traits of narcissism, this may simply be typical of the age and … Continue reading →

Symptoms By Mayo Clinic Staff Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by dramatic, emotional behavior, which is in the same category as antisocial and borderline personality disorders. Narcissistic personality disorder symptoms may include: •Believing that you’re better than others •Fantasizing about … Continue reading →

Definition By Mayo Clinic Staff Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental disorder in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance and a deep need for admiration. Those with narcissistic personality disorder believe that they’re superior to others … Continue reading →