This article was co-authored by Adam Dorsay, PsyD and by How.com.vn staff writer, Hannah Madden. Dr. Adam Dorsay is a licensed psychologist in private practice in San Jose, CA, and the co-creator of Project Reciprocity, an international program at Facebook's Headquarters, and a consultant with Digital Ocean’s Safety Team. He specializes in assisting high-achieving adults with relationship issues, stress reduction, anxiety, and attaining more happiness in their lives. In 2016 he gave a well-watched TEDx talk about men and emotions. Dr. Dorsay has a M.A. in Counseling from Santa Clara University and received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2008.
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Being in a relationship with someone who has narcissistic personality disorder (or someone who is extremely self-absorbed) can sometimes feel very confusing. You love your partner for who they are, but their actions and their words can make it seem like they don’t care about you. Looking for advice online can be overwhelming, especially since many professionals simply recommend leaving. Fortunately, there are ways that you can make your relationship with a narcissist work out. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about maintaining a relationship with a narcissist while keeping your own happiness in mind.
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- If the relationship becomes too much for you to handle or if your partner becomes abusive, it may be time to end the relationship for your own safety.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3119754/
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-disorders/narcissistic-personality-disorder.htm
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/narcissism-demystified/201909/the-frustrating-double-standards-narcissists
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/news/podcasts/speaking-of-psychology/narcissism
- ↑ Jay Reid, LPCC. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Expert Interview. 7 August 2020.
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/news/podcasts/speaking-of-psychology/narcissism
- ↑ Adam Dorsay, PsyD. Licensed Psychologist & TEDx Speaker. Expert Interview. 11 April 2019.
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/news/podcasts/speaking-of-psychology/narcissism
- ↑ Adam Dorsay, PsyD. Licensed Psychologist & TEDx Speaker. Expert Interview. 11 April 2019.
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/pro/recovery-expert/2020/01/traits-narcissists-appreciate-in-their-targets#1
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-disorders/narcissistic-personality-disorder.htm
- ↑ Liana Georgoulis, PsyD. Licensed Psychologist. Expert Interview. 6 September 2018.
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-disorders/narcissistic-personality-disorder.htm
- ↑ Jay Reid, LPCC. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Expert Interview. 7 August 2020.
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/news/podcasts/speaking-of-psychology/narcissism
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9742-narcissistic-personality-disorder
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