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The New Science of Narcissism: Understanding One of the Greatest Psychological Challenges of Our Time-and What You Can Do About It
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Overview
“Narcissism” is truly one of the most important words our timeceaselessly discussed in the media, the subject of millions of online search queries, and at the centerpiece of serious social and political debates. But what does it really mean?
In The New Science of Narcissism, Dr. W Keith Campbell pulls back the curtain on this frequently misused label, presenting the most recent psychological, personality, and social research into the phenomenon.
Rather than pathologizing all behaviors associated with the label, Campbell reveals that not only does narcissism occur on a spectrum, but almost everyone exhibits narcissistic tendencies in their day-to-day behavior. Drawing from real-life incidents and case studies, The New Science of Narcissism offers tools, tips, and suggestions for softening toxically selfish behaviors both in yourself and others. Here you will discover:
· An exploration of personality disorders connected with and adjacent to narcissism
· Why minor narcissistic tendencies are common in most people
· The foundational difference between grandiose and vulnerable narcissism
· Different psychological models of personality and how they interpret narcissistic behaviors
· The “recipe” of mental and emotional traits that combine into narcissism
· How to identify when you’re in a relationship with a narcissist and what you can do about it
· Why the 21st century has seen the rise of a “Great Fantasy Migration” into evermore insular subcultures
· The connection between narcissistic tendencies and leadership
· Why “the audience in your pocket” of social media has exacerbated culture-wide narcissistic tendencies
Though narcissism looms large in our cultural consciousness, The New Science of Narcissism offers many different options for understanding and treating it. With Campbell’s straightforward and grounded guidance, you’ll not only discover the latest and best information on the condition, but also a hopeful view of its future.
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781683644026 |
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Publisher: | Sounds True, Incorporated |
Publication date: | 09/29/2020 |
Pages: | 304 |
Sales rank: | 214,618 |
Product dimensions: | 6.10(w) x 8.80(h) x 1.20(d) |
About the Author
Carolyn Crist is an independent journalist whose work has appeared in Reuters, Runner's World, and Parade, among others. For more, see carolyncrist.com.
Table of Contents
Preface: Why You Need This Book ix
Part I Defining Narcissism Today
Chapter 1 Defining Narcissism 3
Chapter 2 Measuring Narcissism 23
Chapter 3 Basic Traits and the Narcissism Recipe 45
Chapter 4 Narcissists' Goals and Motives 63
Chapter 5 Narcissistic Personality Disorder 79
Chapter 6 Narcissism's Cousins: The Four Triads 97
Part II Observing Narcissism in the World Around You
Chapter 7 Relationships and Narcissism 113
Chapter 8 Leadership and Narcissism 135
Chapter 9 Social Media and Narcissism 153
Chapter 10 Geek Culture and the Great Fantasy Migration 171
Part III Dealing with Narcissism Today and in the Future
Chapter 11 Using Narcissism Strategically 185
Chapter 12 Reducing Another's Narcissism 197
Chapter 13 Reducing Your Own Narcissism 211
Chapter 14 Psychotherapy for Narcissism 223
Chapter 15 Future Science Around Narcissism 237
Epilogue: Facing the Future with Hope 251
Quick-Start Glossary 255
Notes 257
Suggested Readings 265
About the Authors 25