Narcissistic Personality Disorder

In the modern selfie-obsessed, celebrity-driven world, narcissism is frequently used to characterize people who appear arrogant or full of themselves. It would be more appropriate to say that those with narcissistic personality disorder are connected to an exaggerated, exquisite version of themselves. And they’re enamored with this inflated sense of who they are because it shields them from crippling insecurities. But it takes a lot of work to support their delusions of grandeur, and that’s where the problematic attitudes and actions come in.

Introduction:

A mental health issue called narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) impacts how you perceive yourself and interact with others. If you have NPD, you likely have an obsessive need to make people like you or feel important. That need can be strong enough to propel destructive actions that harm you and those around you. NPD takes its name from the Greek mythological hunter Narcissus. According to the story, Narcissus could not stop gazing at his image in a pool of water because he was so enamored with his beauty. He just looked at himself in the mirror until he passed away.

Narcissistic personality disorder isn’t solely related to how you look, although many people associate “narcissism” with physical attractiveness, much like in the myth. Other qualities or skills you possess, such as intelligence, charm, creative talent, athletic prowess, riches, power, success, and more, may also be relevant. Some people that you recognize may come to mind when you think of narcissists: the gym goer in the too-tight jersey who is more preoccupied with how his muscles appear in the mirror than with really working out; the coworker who fills her Instagram page with pictures of her face from every angle. However, narcissism is not just about having a good appearance; several distinct narcissistic personality disorders exist.

• Undercover Narcissist: Contrary to popular belief, covert narcissists are typically reserved, humble, and acutely aware of how others view them. They also have a propensity for being persistently envious. They frequently believe their sorrow or suffering is more significant than everyone else’s, and they could even think they are the group’s most ugly individuals.
• Neurotic Narcissist: They believe they are wiser than everybody else and derive their sense of self-importance from this.
• Somatic Narcissist: The bodies of somatic narcissists are what they value most. They frequently criticize others’ appearances and become obsessed with their own, notably their weight.
• Spiritualist Narcissist: When someone adopts a “holier than thou” attitude and exaggerates their faith or closeness to God, they use spirituality or faith to frighten or rationalize destructive behaviors towards others. When a church leader, for instance, believes they got inspiration from God regarding someone else or are in a “higher” situation to use Scriptural verses to control, injure, or disgrace someone, these kinds of harmful behaviors can occur.

Causes of Narcissistic Personality Disorder:

Since narcissistic personality disorder is a psychological situation, nobody knows why it occurs. Although specialists are unsure if these tiny changes in brain structure cause narcissistic personality disorder or arise due to it, people with narcissistic personality disorder frequently exhibit them. Currently, the following appear to be the primary contributors to NPD:

• Parenting approach. Overindulging kids and “helicopter” parenting can cause kids to develop expectations and demands for the same treatment they received from their parents or other parental figures. 
• Culture. Based on a study, the society you grew up in may impact your likelihood of developing a narcissistic personality disorder. The risk appears to be greater in societies that place more value on individualism and self-reliance.
• Genetics. The likelihood of having parents or closely associated relatives with narcissistic personality disorder is higher.
• Imitation and observation. Children can see, imitate, and pick up on characteristics and behaviors that could lead to narcissistic personality disorder.
• Adverse experiences in childhood Negative events in childhood may be related. Childhood trauma, rejection, abandonment, and a lack of support can all impact how narcissistic tendencies develop.

Signs and Symptoms:

Those who have narcissistic personality disorder may:

• Have an excessive need for frequent praise and an unjustifiably high sense of self-importance.
• Believe they merit special treatment and benefits.
• Make accomplishments and skills appear more significant than they are.
• They believe they are better than anyone else and can only interact with or understand those who are equally noteworthy.
• Expect perks and unquestioning compliance from others. Expect special favors.
• Using others to achieve one’s goals
• Feel that others are envious of you, and vice versa.
• Insist on owning everything, such as the best workplace or car.
• They become irritated or upset when they don’t get special care or recognition.
• Have severe social interaction issues and are quickly offended.
• React with fury or contempt and attempt to minimize others to look superior.
• Have trouble controlling their behavior and emotions.
• Secretly experience uneasiness, shame, humiliation, and dread of failure.

Homeopathic Treatment for Narcissistic Personality Disorder:

The following homeopathic treatments are frequently used to treat narcissistic personality disorder:

• Metallicum Palladium: shattered ego and imagined neglect. The mood of mourning. Inclined to speak violently. Deeply impacted by little offenses, whether imagined or genuine. Adoration of approval. Aims to win others’ approval and values their opinions highly. When alone, remains cheerful but is quite worn out later. 
• Plantina Metallicum: mental delusions, believing that she is physically enormous and superior to everyone else and that everything about her is little. Arrogant, proud, demeaning, and condescending; sad, looking down on those typically revered; a king of excluding them despite their desire. The uncontrollable impulse to kill. When she sees a knife, she gets the urge to kill her child or husband, whom she secretly despises or fervently loves. Nymphomania.
• Metallicum Aurum: extreme depression. Loss of hope and grief. The future appears gloomy. Loss of a lifelong love.
• Clavatum Lycopodium: Finding fault and domineering. A desire for power. Indecision. Timidity. a decline in confidence. A low sense of self. Poor digestion. Abdomen with bloating. They favor hot food and beverages. Craving sugary foods.