​Heal Play Love University- Surviving Childhood Trauma: The Origins Of Narcissism - Exploring NPD As A Form Of PTSD
 
Origins of Narcissism. Narcissists can seem so evil. The things they do and say can feel and heartless. Are narcissists evil villains that can never be cured?
This information will be helpful those who are living with a Narcissist. Perhaps you are living with a Narcissistic husband or wife.

Perhaps leaving is not an option and you need tips for staying in a relationship with a Narcissist. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Melinda Haynes talks about the potential origins of NPD.

Being in a relationship with a narcissist is a difficult experience and can be trauma provoking for us. In this video, we will look at the possible origins of NPD, the reason why narcissism happens in the first place.

Does your Narcissist have trauma in their past? Are narcissists monsters that should be avoided at all costs? Does therapy help cure narcissism? How to Know if Your Narcissist is Evil. Is narcissism a way of coping and behaving that was developed in 'survival mode'? Do you think narcissists are abuse or trauma survivors? What do you think? Is there another side to Narcissism?

Perhaps NPD is PTSD, not clearly defined or differentiated?
It is possible that narcissism is an elaborate web of ineffective coping skills and defense mechanisms.

Narcissistic traits can actually be faulty brain functioning due to childhood trauma.
 
0:00 intro and disclosure
0:04 reputation
0:47 kids who survived trauma?
1:03 what if...?
2:38 the big question
3:49 time for positive talk
4:00 closing
Watch Destroy the Narcissist's Power https://youtu.be/UQBJmy8CoNY
Watch Unhooking from the Narcissist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ogHLOQ9BSE
While I advocate for a different look at Narcissism, I do not condone abuse. If you are being abused by a Narcissist - or anyone, for that matter, get out when it is safe and seek the help of a qualified professional!
Shout out to Peter Gerlach https://www.amazon.com/Whos-Really-Running-Your-Fourth/dp/1456875043
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk http://www.besselvanderkolk.net/index.html
 
Childhood Trauma https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-childhood-trauma-affects-adult-relationships/
Childhood Trauma http://www.apa.org/monitor/mar07/diagnosis.aspx
 
Narcissistic Personality Disorder is a pervasive pattern of grandiosity (in fantasy or behavior), need for admiration, and lack of empathy, beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts, as indicated by five (or more) of the following: (1) has a grandiose sense of self-importance (e.g., exaggerates achievements and talents, expects to be recognized as superior without commensurate achievements) (2) is preoccupied with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love (3) believes that he or she is "special" and unique and can only be understood by, or should associate with, other special or high-status people (or institutions) (4) requires excessive admiration (5) has a sense of entitlement, i.e., unreasonable expectations of especially favorable treatment or automatic compliance with his or her expectations (6) is interpersonally exploitative, i.e., takes advantage of others to achieve his or her own ends (7) lacks empathy: is unwilling to recognize or identify with the feelings and needs of others (8) is often envious of others or believes that others are envious of him or her (9) shows arrogant, haughty behaviors or attitudes
 
Heal Play Love University (formerly Can We Talk) is a therapy channel on youtube where we discuss, well... therapy stuff. Licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), Director & Clinical Supervisor, Melinda Haynes will discuss random topics and answer questions.
 
Melinda Haynes, MA, LMFT lic no 102308 Author and Instructor for the first online National Supervised Visitation Monitor Certification, a training course for future providers of court-ordered visitation https://www.supervisedvisitationtraining.com/  
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Heal Play Love University (formerly 'Can We Talk?') is a youtube channel dedicated to psychology, therapy, relationships, healthy living, well-being and the like.
 
This channel should not be considered therapy, nor a substitute for therapy. If you need help with any mental, emotional, family or relational struggle, please seek help from a qualified professional in your area.