Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Symptoms & Signs (NPD, Narcissism, Self-Centeredness)

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Alternate Names : NPD, Narcissism, Self-Centeredness

A person with narcissistic personality disorder may:

need constant attention and admiration

lack empathy

exaggerate achievements and talents

react to criticism with feelings of rage, shame, or humiliation

be impulsive, anxious, or envious of others

take advantage of others to achieve his or her own goals

expect special treatment

be preoccupied with ideas of unlimited success, power, brilliance, strength, and beauty

become quickly dissatisfied with others

Many of these traits are relatively common. During adolescence, they are to be expected, and do not indicate NPD.

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Author: Ann Reyes, Ph.D.
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 07/02/01

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