Narcissistic personality disorder: A general review

Abstract

Narcissistic personality disorder is a severance mental health issue, and affect person from both biological and social aspects. The article reviewed the latest international researches about the etiology, subtypes of narcissistic personality disorder, and related treatment strategies of narcissistic personality disorder. Narcissistic personality disorder is defined by an inflated self-importance, eagerness for admiration, and lack of compassion. It encompasses two subtypes, grandiose and vulnerable. Impact of narcissism on individuals' self-esteem, Self Control was examined through reviewing prior research on Chinese population. Moreover, correlation between parenting style, narcissistic personality and parent child relationship was also discussed. The result revealed that the formation of narcissistic personality disorder was influenced by environmental and social factors. Long-term psychological therapy is the main treatment for narcissistic personality disorder. Medication is not a primary treatment option, and certain antidepressants may exacerbate symptoms. The challenge and study directions have been identified in the end, abundant clinical trails on biological study of narcissistic personality disorder are needed, and the further researches on subtypes of narcissistic personality disorder are expected