Personality disorder: Effects of narcissism at work
Previous studies identify the pathological differences and the relationship of interpersonal dysfunctions and its effect on people who are diagnosed with this personality disorder (Pincus, Roche, Conroy, Hyde, & Ram, 2013). Biological factors also play an important role in the diagnosis of this disorder. Similarly, another huge factor involved with differences among the behaviors of narcissists is the type of narcissistic personality disorder the patient is diagnosed with. Depending on the type of narcissism, grandiose and vulnerable narcissism the difference may found, especially when it comes to situations where fear and thread are present (Besser & Priel, 2010, p. 874). Of course, other factors, situations and events come into consideration when this disorder takes place. However, the aforementioned description prove to be the most prevalent when assessing this disorder.
To associate narcissistic personality disorder and its effects on a persons’ environment a psychological theory is needed in order to understand the connection and relationships in situations that may arise in connection with this disorder.
These theories are Social cognitive and contemporary interpersonal theory. Through the understanding of these theories it can be inferred how situations and behaviors are important when understanding this type of personality pathologies (Pincus, Roche, Conroy, Hyde, & Ram, 2013). Social-cognitive theory establishes that people learn through observation. The relationship between social-cognitive theory and narcissism appears to be the variable “ from whom?”. Knowing the variable “from whom” do people learn the relationship between social cognitive and narcissism can be ...
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...racteristics that make this disorder possible.
On the other hand, this study seeks to find how being narcissist affects the narcissist itself and the environment (s) he is at, such as the work environment. More than discovering the enigma of how narcissists can be so charm yet so dry or apathetic this study seeks ways that affects narcissists and coworkers in this case. Assessing the causes of narcissisms and its effects in the work environment will reduce stress in the workplace and therefore, this study may serve as a guide to prevent distress in the workplace. This study may have a great impact in fast-paced work environments, especially where all employees have to deal with customers as well.
This study hypothesizes that people who will score high in the Narcissist Scale will be more prompt to have issues when interacting with others, especially co-workers.
A narcissist is one who believes “he or she is ‘special’ and unique and can only be understood by, or should associate with, other special” people. They exploit others for their own advantage, lack empathy, and are “preoccupied with fantasies” or ideals that can be unrealistic. They believe they are the “primary importance in everybody’s life”. (“Narcissistic Personality”) Henry James’ theme in his short story, “The Beast in the Jungle”, is about a man, who is so egotistical and self-absorbed that he misses what life has to offer him, in particular, love, because of the narcissistic behavior he is doomed to live a life of loneliness and misery. John Marcher, the protagonist of “The Beast in the Jungle”, is about a narcissistic upper-class man who believes his life is to be defined by some unforetold event. He focuses only on himself and as a result, he neglects everything and everyone in his life. Marcher meets May Bartram, a woman who knows his secret, and instead of pursuing a romantic relationship with her, or even a genuine friendship, he uses her for his own benefit. Henry James utilizes a variety of literary devices to convey this theme in his story, such as the title, symbolism, dialogue, and the use of a limited third-person narrative. Henry James leaves us our first clue to the theme in the title, “The Beast in the Jungle”. When one thinks of a beast, they typically imagine something big and ferocious; Marcher’s ego was just that.
Narcissistic Personality Disorder Arrogance; an insulting way of thinking or behaving that comes from believing that you are better, smarter, or more important than other people. Arrogance is an attitude that can describe any individual with overbearing pride. However, American Psychiatric Association notes that people who are also narcissistic are frequently described as cocky, self-centered, manipulative, and demanding. According to Paul J. Hannig, Ph.D, Narcissistic Personality Disorder is “a pervasive pattern of grandiosity (in fantasy or behavior), need for admiration, and lack of empathy” (Ashmun). By examining the relationships, behaviors, and internal conflicts within, Willa Cather’s Paul’s Case, Paul’s “case” can be diagnosed as Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
According to the Mayo Clinic, narcissistic personality disorder “is a mental disorder in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for admiration and a lack of empathy for others.” Generally people that suffer from narcissistic personality disorder
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