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Narcissistic personality disorder

Also called: NPD
A disorder in which a person has an inflated sense of self-importance.
  • Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured
  • Requires a medical diagnosis
  • Lab tests or imaging not required
  • Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
Narcissistic personality disorder is found more commonly in men. The cause is unknown but likely involves a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Rare: Fewer than 1 million cases per year (India)
Consult a doctor for medical advice Sources: Apollo Hospitals and others. Learn more
6 Apr 2023 · This mental disorder includes an unreasonably high sense of importance, a need for excessive admiration, fragile self-esteem, and troubled ...
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