Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)

Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental disorder in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for admiration and a lack of empathy for others. But behind this mask of ultra-confidence lies a fragile self-esteem that's vulnerable to the slightest criticism. Narcissism pervades the entire personality. It is all-pervasive. Being a narcissist is akin to being an alcoholic but much more so. Alcoholism is an impulsive behaviour.

Narcissists exhibit dozens of similarly reckless behaviours, some of them uncontrollable (like their rage, the outcome of their wounded grandiosity). Narcissism is not a vocation. Narcissism resembles depression or other disorders and cannot be changed at will. Narcissistic personality disorder treatment is centred on talk therapy, also called psychotherapy.

A Psychotherapist In Gauteng can help you:
•Learn to relate better with others so your relationships are more intimate, enjoyable and rewarding
•Understand the causes of your emotions and what drives you to compete, to distrust others, and perhaps to despise yourself and others
Because personality traits can be difficult to change, therapy may take several years. Areas of change are directed at helping you accept responsibility and learning to:
•Accept and maintain real personal relationships and collaboration with co-workers
•Recognize and accept your actual competence and potential so you can tolerate criticisms or failures
•Increase your ability to understand and regulate your feelings
•Understand and tolerate the impact of issues related to your self-esteem
•Release your desire for unattainable goals and ideal conditions and gain an acceptance of what's attainable and what you can accomplish.

If you require the service of a Psychotherapist In Gauteng, please contact Dr S Pienaar to arrange an appointment by calling 083 631 6499 between 8:30-9:00 or 18:00-18:30, alternatively please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder/basics/treatment/con-20025568