“Beware of narcissists” – that’s the tenor in many guidebooks and social media bubbles. But are people affected by narcissistic personality disorder really that bad? An honest look behind the grandiose mask.
A smartly dressed man, around 30 years old, confidently sits down in the therapy chair. Let’s just call our imaginary patient Nils A. It’s his first session with , specialist in psychiatry, psychotherapy and medical director of the Oberberg specialist clinic in Potsdam. And Nils A. is upset. “I recently started an internship. Even during the probationary period, I was bullied out of the company because my colleagues were jealous. I mean, I could have taken on the role of boss in the first week,” he tells the psychiatrist.
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I’m Caroline, a journalist and author for 24 Hours Worlds. I specialize in health-related news and stories, bringing real-world impact to readers across the globe. With my experience in journalism and writing in both print and online formats, I strive to provide reliable information that resonates with audiences from all walks of life.