Are You Living with a Narcissist?: How Narcissistic Men Impact Your Happiness, How to Identify Them, and How to Avoid Raising One

by Laurie Hollman

Overview

What’s the difference between narcissism and normal love? In the current political and social climate, narcissistic tendencies are coming under more scrutiny, but there are so many nuances to navigate, and many women don't know how to identify or respond to narcissists when they meet them, especially if they happen to be in their own home. In Are You Living with a Narcissist?, psychoanalyst Laurie Hollman, PhD, helps you identify the narcissists in your life and recognize the effect they have on your family and happiness—and what to do about it. This groundbreaking, thoroughly researched guide explores:

• the symptoms of Narcissistic Personality Disorder;
• the spectrum of healthy to pathological narcissism;
• how to raise a child so that he does not become a narcissist;
• how spouses of narcissists can live happy, healthy lives;
• the relationship between male narcissism and violence;
• the impact of culture on narcissism;
• and more!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781641702331
Publisher:	Familius
Publication date:	03/17/2020
Pages:	178
Sales rank:	699,090
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Laurie Hollman, PhD, is an award-winning author and psychoanalyst with specialized clinical training in infant-parent, child, adolescent, and adult psychotherapy. She has been on the faculties of New York University and the Society for Psychoanalytic Training and Research, among others, and has written extensively on parenting for various publications, including her popular column, “Parental Intelligence,” at Moms Magazine.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

1 Core Characteristics of the Successful Narcissistic Man 3

2 The Spectrum: From Healthy to Pathological Narcissism 15

3 How Not to Raise a Narcissist: The Impact of the First Three Years of Life on Pathological Narcissism in Adulthood 25

4 The Evolution of a Young Man with Narcissistic Traits: Carver 37

5 The Romantic Narcissistic Mismatch: Clive and Laura 59

6 How a Couple Overcomes Narcissism: Wade and Ava 71

7 The Wish and Fear of Exploiting Others-The Use of Empathy with a Narcissistic Man: Rio 85

8 Dale and Her Narcissistic Father 93

9 Females and Their Narcissistic Men: How Spouses of Narcissists Can Live Happy, Healthy Lives 109

10 Can the Narcissist Change? 119

11 How Are Narcissism and Normal Love Different? 131

12 Does Culture Affect Narcissism? 139

References 151

Index 155

About the Author 163

About Familius 164

Editorial Reviews

"Are You Living with a Narcissist? How Narcissistic Men Impact Your Happiness, How to Identify Them, and How to Avoid Raising One by Laurie Hollman, PhD. offers timely insights into a range of narcissistic types, from a healthy narcissistic stance through pathological and exploitive narcissism. Dr. Hollman has created a work that has woven her own clinical experience and discussion of case studies, blending potential psychotherapeutic interventions with clinical sensitivity. The integration of current DSM V criteria within a psychoanalytic framework blends multiple system approaches and is infinitely readable as well as informative. It is appropriate for both mental health professionals as well as for the general public."

- Marcy E. Mostel, MD, Psychiatrist, Medical Director CAPE (1989-2016), Currently in private practice
 

"Dr. Hollman brings thoughtful and compassionate insight into the formation and perpetuation of the narcissistic personality from multiple perspectives and contexts. By incorporating her parental intelligence approach, fresh discoveries from her clinical work, and established models of intervention, Dr. Hollman's book will serve as a useful guide for couples, families, and professionals to identify and more effectively deal with elements of narcissism and create a foundation upon which to build new family legacies of health and recovery."

- Lynn Seskin, Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist, Behavioral Medicine Associates of New York, Behavioral Medicine of Pennsylvania

"This is a compelling book, especially for those with an interest in narcissism and other mental health concerns. It is written with concision for the interested layperson, avoiding overly clinical vocabulary. There is an increased incidence in narcissism nationally, according to various expert sources, so the book is also timely. The book focuses on constructive solutions and communication that can support those living with people with narcissistic disorder and also help the affected individual toward positive change." 
- San Francisco Book Review
 

From the Publisher

Dr. Hollman brings thoughtful and compassionate insight into the formation and perpetuation of the narcissistic personality from multiple perspectives and contexts. By incorporating her parental intelligence approach, fresh discoveries from her clinical work, and established models of intervention, Dr. Hollman's book will serve as a useful guide for couples, families, and professionals to identify and more effectively deal with elements of narcissism and create a foundation upon which to build new family legacies of health and recovery.

Lynn Seskin

'Are You Living with a Narcissist? How Narcissistic Men Impact Your Happiness, How to Identify Them, and How to Avoid Raising One' by Laurie Hollman, PhD. offers timely insights into a range of narcissistic types, from a healthy narcissistic stance through pathological and exploitive narcissism. Dr. Hollman has created a work that has woven her own clinical experience and discussion of case studies, blending potential psychotherapeutic interventions with clinical sensitivity. The integration of current DSM V criteria within a psychoanalytic framework blends multiple system approaches and is infinitely readable as well as informative. It is appropriate for both mental health professionals as well as for the general public.

Marcy E. Mostel