May 17, 2016

Some useful background information on our presidential contestants


Narcissistic Personality Disorder is a disorder that is characterized by a long-standing pattern of grandiosity (either in fantasy or actual behavior), an overwhelming need for admiration, and usually a complete lack of empathy toward others. People with this disorder often believe they are of primary importance in everybody’s life or to anyone they meet. While this pattern of behavior may be appropriate for a king in 16th Century England, it is generally considered inappropriate for most ordinary people today.


In laypeople terms, someone with this disorder may be described simply as a “narcissist” or as someone with “narcissism.” Both of these terms generally refer to someone with narcissistic personality disorder.


Has a grandiose sense of self-importance (e.g., exaggerates achievements and talents, expects to be recognized as superior without commensurate achievements) Is preoccupied with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love 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) Requires excessive admiration Has a very strong sense of entitlement, e.g., unreasonable expectations of especially favorable treatment or automatic compliance with his or her expectations Is exploitative of others, e.g., takes advantage of others to achieve his or her own ends Lacks empathy, e.g., is unwilling to recognize or identify with the feelings and needs of others Is often envious of others or believes that others are envious of him or her Regularly shows arrogant, haughty behaviors or attitudes



Anonymous said...

That certainly does describe Hillary to a T. In every way. Her "I'm with HER" ads perfectly indicate someone obsessed with themselves and who sees herself as the center of the universe. Never seen anyone so self-obsessed in my life, or who believe she is special, above the law, and doesn't have to accept responsibility for anything ever. Really disturbed, mentally ill woman. She makes Trump look meek and humble, not an easy feat. Truly frightening that there's a chance she could become president.

greg gerritt said...

Truly frightening that either of them could become president. sio I am voting for jill Stein