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Narcissism For Dummies
Laura L. Smith (Author)
9781394182350, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 25 July 2023
352 pages
23.1 x 18.8 x 1.5 cm, 0.476 kg
Recognize narcissists in your life and set healthy boundaries to start healing today Narcissism For Dummies pulls back the curtain on a growing and misunderstood personality. This book digs into dimensions of narcissism, grandiosity, malignancy, and vulnerability, giving you the knowledge and perspective you need to identify narcissists in your life and set limits on unacceptable behavior. It also takes a look at how society plays a part in fostering narcissism, for example through social media. You'll walk away from Narcissism For Dummies with a clearer sense of the personality trait, as well as necessary coping mechanisms and tools to deal with the narcissists in your life. Anyone whose life has been touched by narcissism will find this book helpful, whether you're coming to terms with a loved one's diagnosis, dealing with a narcissist in the workplace, or working to move forward after leaving a narcissistic relationship.
Introduction 1 Part 1: Reflecting on Narcissism 5 Chapter 1: Narcissism: The Big Picture 7 Chapter 2: Taking a Closer Look at Narcissism 19 Chapter 3: Better Together? Considering Collective Narcissism 35 Chapter 4: Tracing the Roots of Narcissism to Parenting 45 Part 2: Interacting with Narcissists 59 Chapter 5: Dealing with Narcissistic Partners 61 Chapter 6: The Effects of Narcissistic Parenting 85 Chapter 7: Close Encounters with Narcissists 107 Chapter 8: Exploring Vulnerabilities: Who Attracts a Narcissist 121 Chapter 9: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse: A Tool Kit 131 Part 3: Recognizing Narcissists’ Emotions and Behaviors 151 Chapter 10: Exploring the Nuances of Self-Esteem and Narcissism 153 Chapter 11: Assessing Narcissistic Aggression 163 Chapter 12: Feeling Entitled to Everything 179 Chapter 13: The Struggling Narcissist: Coping with Co-Occurring Disorders 191 Chapter 14: Success Is in the Eye of the (Narcissistic) Beholder 203 Part 4: How Culture Cultivates Narcissism 213 Chapter 15: Staying Connected but Alone: Narcissism and the Social Media Effect 215 Chapter 16: Everyone Is Just So Special: How Culture Fans the Narcissist’s Flame 225 Chapter 17: Incivility and Narcissism: A Growing Concern 233 Part 5: Treating Narcissism 241 Chapter 18: Seeking Help 243 Chapter 19: Taking the Psychodynamic Approach to Treating Narcissism 255 Chapter 20: Changing Thoughts and Behaviors with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 265 Chapter 21: Coping Skills for Narcissists: Dialectical Behavior Therapy 285 Part 6: The Part of Tens 303 Chapter 22: Ten Quick Ways to Diffuse Narcissistic Behavior 305 Chapter 23: Ten Tips for Leaving a Narcissistic Relationship 311 Index 315
Subject Areas: Psychology [JM]
