On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss on about an article that is calling for greater empathy towards those with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), a condition often misunderstood and stigmatized.
Empathy for NPD
Understand that NPD is a disorder, not a personal choice. Approach individuals with NPD with compassion and understanding.
Concept Creep
Be cautious of overusing the term “narcissist.” While narcissistic traits may be present, not everyone with those traits has NPD.
Distinguishing NPD
Learn the true diagnostic criteria for NPD to understand the difference between common narcissistic traits and the actual disorder.
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