Posted by Silly Brain on September 19, 2002, at 15:20:20
In reply to Re: personality disorders, posted by cybercafe on September 1, 2002, at 17:40:38
I honestly can't see how you qualify for a narcissitic
diagnosis. Narcissistic Personality Disorder manifests
itself as:1. Considering oneself more important than one really is (Shrinks
that don't think you're important, that is, *bad shrinks* might think
you are not important as you think you are, so be careful with this one).2. No empathy for others. Not even knowing what they are feeling - being
INCAPABLE of knowing what others are feeling, not just not noticing. Further,
not caring what they are feeling, but INSISTING they understand and acknowledge
your feelings.3. Believing your behavior is always justified - never experiencing regret.
4. Expecting your demands to be met to the exclusion of people's needs.
Etc.
In the manic stage of bipolar, people will exhibit some of these traits. However,
unless these traits are constant, and part of personality, the diagnosis cannot rightfully
apply. The bipolar personality in general is very empathic and intuitive.I very firmly believe that the vast majority of NPD is diagnosed by shrinks who simply
don't like their patients to recognize their strengths, and essentially dislike the patient.
Most true NPD is actually Antisocial Personality Disorder.Silly
poster:Silly Brain
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