What is Narcissism?

Narcissism, and specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder is a pattern of behaviours that are learned to help the affected person cope with emotional self-regulation. The central concern is self-esteem. The behaviours displayed include overt or covert grandiosity, approval-seeking and attention-seeking. Persons with the disorder have great difficulty in relationships with others. This seminar will explore the nature of the disorder and dealing with someone who has the disorder.