The Destructive Narcissistic Pattern

This text describes a constellation of characteristics generally associated with pathological narcissism, but which are fewer and less severe. Nonetheless, these characteristics negatively impact relationships, produce negative reactions in others, and effect stable relationships.

Introduction and Overview of the Book; The Destructive Narcissistic Pattern; Object Relations and Self-Psychology Theories; Admiration and Attention Needs; Extension of Self - Boundaries; Emotions, Emptiness and Entitlement; Focus Only on Self; Projection, Projective Identification and Identification; Fear, Anger, Shame and Guilt; Coping Strategies.