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Narcissism is a mental disorder with a higher prevalence in males than in females. The disease usually begins in adolescence or adulthood. Although narcissism is not dangerous, it greatly affects the work and life of the patient. Learning about the causes and symptoms of narcissism will help us to detect the disease early and provide timely treatment.
1. What is narcissism?
Narcissism or narcissistic personality disorder also known as narcissism is a mental illness. Patients with this pathology only care about themselves, always expect others to admire and respect them, but lack empathy for others. This disease can seriously affect the patient's life if not treated promptly.
Narcissism is more common in men than in women and usually begins in adolescence or adulthood. Patients with narcissism often behave arrogantly, lack empathy for people, and just want to be admired. Narcissists are often described as conceited, self-centered people. They are also capricious and believe they deserve special treatment. Associated personality disorders include: antisocial, borderline, dramatic disorder. Pride is a milder form of narcissistic psychopathy. Conceited people often appear conceited, selfish, controlling, and have an illusory love for themselves.
2. Common symptoms of narcissism
Patients with narcissism often have symptoms that include:
Do not want to be reminded or criticized by others. Overreacting when receiving comments and suggestions from someone. They may also withdraw or formally accept the situation to preserve their sense of self-esteem. Besides, they also tend to avoid situations where they can fail. Brag about your own abilities. Seeing himself as an important character, always wanting to be the center, wanting to be noticed and admired by everyone. Taking advantage of others to achieve their own ends. Lack of empathy for others. Delusions of one's own achievements and over-sensitivity to one's failures. Narcissists feel they should only connect with people as special and talented as they are and look down on those they consider normal. They believe that association with talented people will support and enhance their self-esteem. Overestimating one's own achievements and underestimating the worth and achievements of others. Narcissists are often egotistical. The latest studies provide evidence that narcissists can be ostentatious both internally and externally. Narcissists are often very attractive and eye-catching, so they have an advantage in the first meeting. However, in the long run, the narcissist will gradually become depressed, especially socially (difficulty in maintaining a long-term relationship).
3. What is the cause of narcissism?
Currently, the cause of narcissism is still not completely clear. There are many theories that genetics play an important role in the formation of narcissistic personality (about 50%). Besides, environmental influences also contribute to the formation of narcissistic personality. Other factors such as cultural factors can also contribute to narcissism. Psychophysiological problems can also be a cause of narcissism such as abuse, neglect or indulgence and excessive praise...4. How to treat narcissism?
In fact, narcissistic psychopathy is one of the psychological diseases with a low incidence. However, narcissism is gradually increasing in the current context. In general, narcissistic personality disorder is difficult to treat. This may be because sufferers do not think they are sick and do not seek professional help themselves.
The most common method of healing is psychotherapy, guiding patients to think better, more positively. Psychiatrists will help patients gain insight into themselves, answer why they have such attitudes and behaviors to help improve the patient's behavior and thinking. In fact, there is no medicine that can cure narcissism. Individual psychotherapy is the best narcissistic treatment used by psychiatrists. Parents or family members should have daily conversations with the patient to create an intimate relationship.
In addition, there is another narcissistic treatment called the cognitive behavioral approach. This method helps detect unhealthy thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more positive ones. Cognitive-behavioral therapy may be appropriate for patients with narcissism because the need for praise may allow a therapist to shape their behavior. Some patients with narcissistic personality disorder find cognitive-behavioral therapy too simple or general for their special needs.
In addition, antidepressants are sometimes used in narcissistic patients with symptoms of depression or anxiety. Narcissistic patients also need to adopt lifestyle habits that help limit the progression of the disease, including: a suitable lifestyle, reducing social media interactions, staying away from negative news, and reducing stress. Straighten by meditation, yoga or tai chi.
In summary, narcissism is a mental disorder that can seriously affect a patient's life and work. This is a difficult disease to treat, requiring active cooperation from the patient, family members and psychologists. You should learn about this disease to recognize the signs or symptoms of the disease early. From there, there are suitable treatment methods. Go to a medical facility or see a psychiatrist if you think about harming yourself or others.
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