other parties; you should place your interests first. At times this is a desirable and essential trait; if you never think of your own needs how will you ever achieve your own goals? Of course, this is not practical, reasonable or even possible all the time. A ‘normal’ personality will balance these selfish needs against the needs of others, using empathy and a moral conscience to guide each decision. Thus is the crucial difference. This book has been written to increase your understanding of narcissism and at what point someone who has strong narcissistic traits can be said to change from being a ‘normal’ personality to someone with narcissistic personality disorder. Narcissistic personality disorder is one of the ten main personality disorders and can affect anyone; it will always start in childhood and there are theories regarding childhood experiences increasing the likelihood of the disorder becoming prevalent in adult life. This book looks to explain what narcissistic personality disorder is, the symptoms most people display and how it is diagnosed. It also looks at egoism and selfishness, how these traits relate to someone with this disorder and explains what they differences in between these often confused concepts. Personality disorders are often included as mental health disorders although there are conflicting opinions as to whether this is the right place for them to be classified. The book looks at what conditions are counted as mental health disorders and how to recognize them. Finally the book looks at the treatments available for those with narcissistic personality disorder and the difficulties in getting this disorder diagnosed; particularly as those who suffer from this disorder do not usually know they have an issue. To conclude the book looks at the best way to spot a narcissist, or someone with this disorder and the best way of dealing with them on a daily basis. The effect on your life of living with a sufferer can be complicated and very difficult; it is important to be aware of the options; what action to take and when to know you have done all you can; this book will guide you through all these steps. Living with NPD is not easy, but with the right support it is possible to manage the disorder and live a normal life.

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