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   nar·cis·sism

   /ˈnärsəˌsiz(ə)m/

   noun

   • 1. excessive interest in or admiration of oneself and one's physical appearance.
   • ▪ selfishness, involving a sense of entitlement, a lack of empathy, and a need for admiration, as characterizing a personality type.
   • ▪ self-centeredness arising from failure to distinguish the self from external objects, either in very young babies or as a feature of mental disorder.

   Word Origin early 19th century: via Latin from the Greek name Narkissos (see Narcissus) + -ism.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › narcissisticNarcissistic personality disorder - Symptoms and causes

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   Apr 6, 2023 · Learn about the symptoms, causes, complications and treatment of narcissistic personality disorder, a mental health condition that involves an unreasonably high sense of self-importance and a lack of empathy. Find out how to recognize the signs and seek help if needed.

3. psychcentral.com › disorders › narcissistic-personality-disorderWhat Is Narcissism and What Causes It? - Psych Central

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   Feb 15, 2021 · Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a mental health condition that affects how someone feels, thinks, and behaves. It involves a persistent and exaggerated sense of self-importance, entitlement, and lack of empathy for others.

4. www.psychologytoday.com › us › basicsNarcissism | Psychology Today

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   Narcissism is a personality trait that involves a grandiose sense of self-importance, a lack of empathy, and a need for excessive admiration. Learn about the types, causes, and effects of narcissism, and how to cope with a narcissistic partner, boss, or leader.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › NarcissismNarcissism - Wikipedia

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   Narcissism is a self–centered personality style characterized as having an excessive preoccupation with oneself and one's own needs, often at the expense of others. Narcissism exists on a continuum that ranges from normal to abnormal personality expression.

6. www.psychologytoday.com › us › conditionsNarcissistic Personality Disorder | Psychology Today

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   Jan 6, 2022 · NPD is a mental disorder characterized by grandiosity, lack of empathy, and need for admiration. Learn about the symptoms, causes, types, and treatment of NPD and how it differs from narcissism as a trait.

7. www.everydayhealth.com › narcissismWhat Is Narcissism? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and...

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   Dec 20, 2022 · Narcissism is a personality disorder that affects how a person thinks, behaves, and relates to others. Learn about the signs, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of narcissism, and how it differs from normal self-absorption.

8. www.psychologytoday.com › au › basicsNarcissism | Psychology Today Australia

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   Narcissism is characterized by a grandiose sense of self-importance, a lack of empathy for others, a need for excessive admiration, and the belief that one is unique and deserving of special...