Narcissism is one of the most widely discussed topics on personality disorders today. When we think of narcissism and narcissists in general, we may imagine someone who takes selfies for social media, who stares into the mirror and takes far too much time getting ready in the morning. While most people do exhibit signs of narcissism from time to time, the real danger of this personality lies with those who are narcissists. They can be anyone you know, from the local store to your family and friends.
In this book, you will learn to identify narcissism in its different forms and disguises. Some forms of narcissism are open and easy to identify, while others are more covert in nature and difficult to notice. The information provided will give you the tools and knowledge to have a greater advantage over a narcissist, and be able to decide early in the relationship whether to stay or leave:
How to identify a narcissist, their traits and characteristicsTypical phrases, comments, and wording used by narcissistsUnderstanding the mind of a narcissist and how they think and plan aheadThe different types of narcissism and how to identify them by specific signs and features.Techniques used by narcissists are explored in-depth, including gaslighting, deflecting blame onto others and building up their targets with the sole purpose of tearing them down.
