Individual and Marital Therapy with Narcissists | Psychology Today

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

Dealing with narcissism

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

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

Physical Disorders Associated with Psychological Distress

Brain decline and dysfunction• Peripheral artery disease• Osteoporosis• Sexual dysfunction• Bowel and bladder incontinence• Muscle loss and general bodily weakness• Chronic pain• Osteoarthritis• Visual and hearing loss• Cancer• Wrinkles and other body image factors• Varicose veins• Obesity• Diabetes• Physical deformity• Dry or damp palms• Hand tremors• Sexual dysfunction• Insomnia• Headaches• Asthma/Bronchitis• Epilepsy• Alcohol problems• Arthritis•… Read More Physical Disorders Associated with Psychological Distress