narcissism

Explores the science of narcissism, offering the latest psychological, personality, and social research. Illustrates the drawbacks and benefits of narcissism, and provides tools, tips, and suggestions for working with narcissists. Features real-life case studies, historical examples, and pop culture references.

"[An] examination of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and its . . . traumatic impact on family members and partners . . . with insight, compassion, and practical strategies for recovery, this is amust-read for survivors and clinicians alike"--Provided by publisher.

Narcissistic people are frustrating (and sometime intimidating) to deal with. This book offers effective strategies for dealing effectively with someone who is at the center of his or her own universe.

Examines the rise of narcissism in American culture and the serious consequences it poses to society and the future of the United States.

Examines the rise of narcissism in American culture and the serious consequences it poses to society and the future of the United States.

The Culture of Excess is the first book to assess the impact of economic and social factors on the nation's psychological well-being. Narcissism, productive narcissism, psychopathy, rigidity and self destruction, perfectionism, the illusion of success, and identity achievement all come into play as Slosar diagnoses the psychological drivers behind this indulgent age, offering his prescription for helping "Generation Me" become "Generation We." --from publisher description.