By, Kelly Eckard

When we think of a mental disorder we think of

the commons ones like:
Depression Bipolar disorder
A mental health disorder A disorder associated with episodes
characterized by persistently of mood swings ranging from
depressed mood or loss of interest depressive lows to manic highs.
in activities, causing significant
impairment in daily life
 Anxiety
A mental health disorder ADHD
characterized by feelings of worry, A chronic condition including
anxiety, or fear that are strong attention difficulty,
enough to interfere with one's
daily activities
hyperactivity, and
impulsiveness.
 Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Excessive thoughts (obsessions) that
A disorder characterized by failure
lead to repetitive behaviors
to recover after experiencing or
(compulsions).
witnessing a terrifying event.
 A less noticed mental illness is the
The self-absorbed disease:

A disorder in which a person has an inflated sense of self-

importance
NPD is a rare disease with fewer than 200,000 cases per
year
NPD is a chronic disease that can last for years or a
lifetime
noun
1. An excessive or erotic interest in oneself and one's physical appearance.

2. An extreme selfishness, with a grandiose view of one's own talents and a craving for admiration, as characterizing a personality type.

3. A self-centeredness arising from failure to distinguish the self from external objects, either in very young babies or as a feature of mental disord
Narcissism is first mentioned in Greek mythology and the American
Psychiatric Association first identified Narcissistic Personality Disorder as
early as 1968. Yet, it has taken the culture of oversharing, which is
inherent in Social Media, to flush these covert narcissists out (Life).
 More than just a me syndrome.
Its a complex condition
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), exact causes
are unknown.
 Over-parenting Excessive criticism
 The Vulnerable/Covert Narcissist The Grandiose/Overt Narcissist
Quiet Extroverts
Shy Unstable emotions
Unobtrusive Negative behaviors
Superior demeanor Initially they seem charming and
Self-absorbed appealing, only to become abusive
and aggressive as you get to know
Passive-Aggressive them
Hypersensitivity to Criticism No sense of shame
Underrated despite their many Confident
talents and achievements
Will seek revenge or go into a
Crave recognition vicious rage against those who
criticize them or give them
negative feedback
The Amorous Narcissistic The Elitist The Compensatory The Unprincipled
Sexually seductive Privileged Lack of self- Disloyal
esteem
Enticing Empowered by virtue Conmen type
Seeks to cancel
Seeks the needy and Entitlement mentality out deep feelings Deceptive
nave of inferiority
Needs a reality check Vindictive
Pathological lying Offsets their
Seeks special status Dominating
personal deficits
Swindler
Raised with superior by creating Amoral
Provocative childhood status illusions of being
superior,
exceptional, and
admirable
Psychological entitlement is a
personality trait characterized by pervasive feelings of deservingness,
specialness, and exaggerated expectations. Entitlement may be seen as such
vulnerability. First, exaggerated expectations, notions of the self as special
and inflated deservingness associated with trait entitlement present the
individual with a continual vulnerability to unmet expectations. Second,
entitled individuals are likely to interpret these unmet expectations in ways
that foster disappointment, ego threat, and a sense of perceived injustice,
all of which may lead to psychological distress indicators such as
dissatisfaction across multiple life domains, anger, and generally volatile
emotional responses (Grubbs and Exline).
While Freud recognized that there are an almost
infinite variety of personalities, he identified
three main types: erotic, obsessive, and
narcissistic. Most of us have elements of all three.
We are all, for example, somewhat narcissistic. If
that were not so, we would not be able to survive Erotic, obsessive, and
or assert our needs (Maccoby). narcissistic
Productive narcissists have the audacity to
push through the massive transformations that
society periodically undertakes (Maccoby).
 NARCISSISM
IN HISTORY
Ted Bundy
Known for raping and strangling women to
death.
Always in the spotlight and known for
manipulation.

Adolf Hitler
Known for leading the Holocaust
and WWII and slaughtering
millions for his own selfishness
and agenda.
Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus
He depleted the treasury and gave
money to guards to buy their
loyalty. He also had those
murdered by accusing them of
being a threat to society.
FAMOUS

NARCISSISTS
Narcissists are people who believe the world only exist for their
sake, nurtures their own desires while being insensitive to the needs
of others. This article is about narcissistic leaders in history.
Narcissism is known as a common personality disorder, but do you
know that are also world leaders with narcissistic personality
disorder? Studies say these famous people posses narcissistic traits
from the very start, but turn to a full-blown Narcissistic Personality
Disorder once they become famous; they become obsessed with
fame, money and power (Chuckwu).
 Famous

NARCISSISTS
Saddam Hussein William Shatner
Alec Baldwin Sharon Stone
Warren Beatty Elvis Presley
NARCISSISM
IN THE JUSTICE
SYSTEM
Violent criminals and conmen are claiming an extreme form of narcissism can help explain
their criminal behavior, and have been using it to apply for a sentencing discount before the
courts. Narcissistic Personality Disorder has been accepted as a mitigating factor in a number
of high-profile criminal trials around the country. Some psychiatrists say sufferers have a
heightened sense of self-importance and entitlement, resulting in exploitation of others to
attain an unrealistic lifestyle (Houston).
One man on trial received a reduced sentence after he strangled and burned the body of his
partner; he was able to be diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder shortly after being
obtained. Another case involved a conman who has more than three dozen convictions of
fraud, and is $19 million in debt to the Australian Tax Office received only an 18-month
sentence, justifying his crimes because he was depressed with a mood disorder and struggled
with post-traumatic stress disorder and avoidant personality disorder. After his arrest he was
diagnosed with NPD. Criminals are able to justify their acts of crime and receive a lesser
sentence because of their diagnosis.

Adolf Hitler
Known for leading the Holocaust
and WWII and slaughtering
millions for his own selfishness
and agenda.
Ted Bundy
Known for raping and strangling women to
death.
Always in the spotlight and known for
manipulation.
Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus
He depleted the treasury and gave
money to guards to buy their
loyalty. He also had those
murdered by accusing them of
being a threat to society.
WORKS CITED:
Narcissism - NPD