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A Literature Review on the Formation of Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Behaviors of the Family as the Influence Factor
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Abstract
This literature review examines the behaviors of the family and how they are likely to lead to the formation of Narcissistic Personality disorder (NPD). While the disorder is caused by a complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors, it is also evidently clear that some family dynamics play a role in the development of this disorder. Thus, to prevent or reduce the development of this personality disorder, it is necessary to look at the families and develop necessary interventions that may make families more suitable for the overall well-being of children. The review of the literature resulted in diverse findings. Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) was found to be predicted by complex interactions between environmental, genetic, and psychological factors. NPD was related to the overvaluation of children by their children, leading to the development of an increased sense of worthiness. Inadequate or lack of boundaries in some families was found to influence children’s growth, causing the potential development of narcissistic behaviors and a sense of entitlement. Other significant factors that were found to impact the development of NPD are emotional neglect, demand for perfectionism, parental favoritism, unhealthy competition, and lack of empathy. These findings indicate that various and complex factors predict the development of NPD.
Keywords
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Behaviors of the family and environment, Overvaluation of children, Parental favoritism and emotional neglect
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Guan,Y. (2024). A Literature Review on the Formation of Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Behaviors of the Family as the Influence Factor. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,61,79-84.
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