Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
DSM: 301.81 ICD: F60.81In this series, we unpack narcissism as a trait vs when it’s pathological; NPD in the DSM-5; and various presentations of narcissism, including: vulnerable, grandiose, communal, and malignant variations. We also address malignant narcissism in politics by exploring what it looks like when world leaders display these traits. We conclude the series by exploring “worse” conditions, including sadism and psychopathy in dark personalities.
Ep 19: Is Narcissism Good? The Surprising Truth About Self-Importance
In this episode of the Personality Couch Podcast, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) delve into the complexities of narcissism, exploring its cultural labeling, the distinction between pathological and trait narcissism, and its development from infancy. We discuss the importance of understanding narcissism in contemporary society, the confusion surrounding its definition, and how it manifests in all personality pathology and personality disorders. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in labeling narcissistic behaviors, the balance between healthy and pathological narcissism, and the impact of parenting styles on narcissistic traits. Our discussion highlights the importance of understanding narcissism as a spectrum and the need for realistic self-reflection.
Doc Bok
Doc Fish
Narcissism: A Trait or Personality Disorder?
Narcissism is important to talk about and helpful to understand, but it’s overused and misused everywhere… It is quite confusing. What even is narcissism? Let’s take a deeper look at what narcissism really is.
Doc Fish
Ep 07: Personalities That Kill
In this episode of the Personality Couch Podcast, we discuss personality darkness and specifically focus on personalities that are prone to violence and extreme behavior. We also discuss two important research studies, the Milgram study and the Stanford prison experiment, that shed light on the capacity for humans to engage in harmful acts. We then delve into the different personality types within Cluster A (schizoid, schizotypal, and paranoid); Cluster B (borderline, histrionic, and narcissistic); and Cluster C (avoidant, dependent, obsessive-compulsive) and discuss their risk levels for violence and murder. In this conversation, we also explore sadistic personalities, a category not included in the DSM, but included in multiple other personality theories. We highlight the characteristics and behaviors associated with each type and discuss the potential for violence and destructive behavior. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding these personalities and their potential risks in order to promote awareness and better understanding of human behavior.
Doc Bok
Doc Fish
Personalities That Kill
Harm to others surrounds us in a ridiculous amount of ways. The popularity of true crime, dark genres, horror media, etc., provides evidence that people are interested in this topic. And of course, there’s always some recent event that can remind us of the darkness people have in them. There is SO much I could say about this topic, but for now: What personalities are at the most risk to kill?
Doc Fish