In our residential treatment programs, each resident is seen as a unique individual with their own strengths and weaknesses. Residents are accepted and appreciated for who they are, rather than being viewed as a “case” or a “patient.”
Although narcissism is difficult to treat, progress can be made over time. Even weekly sessions over a shorter term can yield benefits. Patients’ functioning and adaptation to reality can improve through gaining some control over their defenses and by working through past trauma (Masterson, 2004). They can learn to manage their anger, rage, and impulsivity.… Read More Individual and Marital Therapy with Narcissists | Psychology Today
There are several approaches to dealing with narcissism, but therapy typically involves these essential steps: identifying existing defense mechanismsexploring reasons behind these coping methodslearning and practicing new patterns of behaviorexploring how behaviors affect othersexamining connections between their internal voice and their treatment of others The key to lasting progress often lies in: helping someone see… Read More Dealing with narcissism
Mental toughness is about more than just having resilience and control in difficult situations. It relates to a psychological frame of mind that endorses confidence and commitment to success. In his book Developing Mental Toughness, the psychologist Peter Clough describes mental toughness as a combination of the following: The amount of control a person believes they… Read More Mental toughness
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