This article was co-authored by Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW and by How.com.vn staff writer, Dev Murphy, MA. Kelli Miller is a Psychotherapist based in Los Angeles, California. Kelli specializes in individual and couples therapy focusing on relationships, depression, anxiety, sexuality, communication, parenting, and more. She is the author of “Love Hacks: Simple Solutions to Your Most Common Relationship Issues” which details the top 15 relationship issues and 3 quick solutions to each. She is also the award-winning and best-selling author of “Thriving with ADHD”. Kelli co-hosted an advice show on LA Talk Radio and was a relationship expert for The Examiner. She received her MSW (Masters of Social Work) from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Sociology/Health from the University of Florida.
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Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a condition characterized by a grandiose sense of self and a struggle to experience empathy for others.[1] Only licensed therapists can diagnose someone with NPD, and not everyone who displays narcissistic tendencies has clinical NPD. However, there are a few general traits many people with NPD tend to display. We sat down with two expert psychologists to learn what it really means to have NPD, how the condition presents in men, and how to navigate a relationship with a narcissist. Keep reading to learn more!
Things You Should Know
- Common traits of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) in men include an inflated sense of self, a charming persona, an excessive need for praise, and low self-esteem.
- While NPD presents similarly in men and women, men may be more prone to envy and struggle more to experience empathy for others.
- In a relationship with a man with NPD, practice setting strong boundaries and prioritize your needs. It’s possible for people with NPD to change, but don’t count on this.
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