The truth about narcissists - and why most people get it wrong
Psychologists are warning that the term 'narcissist' is being widely misused in popular culture to describe general selfishness. Experts clarify that Narcissistic Personality Disorder is a rare and complex clinical diagnosis.
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Addresses the impact of pop psychology on public understanding of mental health and clinical terminology.
Link copied Share Share article The label is everywhere – from reality TV to relationship advice and even the US president. But psychologists say true narcissistic personality disorder is rare, complex and often misunderstood.
Balanced reporting that relies on expert psychological perspectives to clarify a social trend.
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