Description
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction 1
Part 1: Reflecting on Narcissism 5
Chapter 1: Narcissism: The Big Picture 7
Chapter 2: Taking a Closer Look at Narcissism 19
Chapter 3: Better Together? Considering Collective Narcissism 35
Chapter 4: Tracing the Roots of Narcissism to Parenting 45
Part 2: Interacting with Narcissists 59
Chapter 5: Dealing with Narcissistic Partners 61
Chapter 6: The Effects of Narcissistic Parenting 85
Chapter 7: Close Encounters with Narcissists 107
Chapter 8: Exploring Vulnerabilities: Who Attracts a Narcissist 121
Chapter 9: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse: A Tool Kit 131
Part 3: Recognizing Narcissists’ Emotions and Behaviors 151
Chapter 10: Exploring the Nuances of Self-Esteem and Narcissism 153
Chapter 11: Assessing Narcissistic Aggression 163
Chapter 12: Feeling Entitled to Everything 179
Chapter 13: The Struggling Narcissist: Coping with Co-Occurring Disorders 191
Chapter 14: Success Is in the Eye of the (Narcissistic) Beholder 203
Part 4: How Culture Cultivates Narcissism 213
Chapter 15: Staying Connected but Alone: Narcissism and the Social Media Effect 215
Chapter 16: Everyone Is Just So Special: How Culture Fans the Narcissist’s Flame 225
Chapter 17: Incivility and Narcissism: A Growing Concern 233
Part 5: Treating Narcissism 241
Chapter 18: Seeking Help 243
Chapter 19: Taking the Psychodynamic Approach to Treating Narcissism 255
Chapter 20: Changing Thoughts and Behaviors with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 265
Chapter 21: Coping Skills for Narcissists: Dialectical Behavior Therapy 285
Part 6: The Part of Tens 303
Chapter 22: Ten Quick Ways to Diffuse Narcissistic Behavior 305
Chapter 23: Ten Tips for Leaving a Narcissistic Relationship 311
Index 315
