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Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a personality disorder characterized by arrogance, self-importance, and grandiosity. People with NPD rely almost entirely on external sources of validation to maintain their self-esteem and alternate between extreme pride and shame. NPD can be difficult to treat, but individual and family therapy can be beneficial for those with a true desire to manage their condition. Below you’ll find articles and resources to help you both understand and deal with a narcissist.

14 Tips for How to Deal With a Narcissist

14 Tips for How to Deal With a Narcissist

Dealing with a narcissist can be draining, but these 14 tips will help you manage their toxic behavior and safeguard your well-being.

by: Nakpangi Thomas, PhD, LPC, TITC-CT
Phrases to Disarm a Narcissist

16 Phrases to Disarm a Narcissist

Narcissists tend to get extremely angry and volatile, especially toward those they’re fighting with. Many people who are arguing with a narcissist cope by simply leaving the conversation or avoiding them. For others, they try to stick around and deescalate the argument. This can be extremely challenging but with time and patience, it is possible.

by: Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

“Narcissists often appear to be very confident, but a key feature of narcissism is low self-esteem. Narcissists display arrogance and exaggerate their achievements to hide this low self-esteem.” – Emily Guarnotta, PsyD

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