Guide To Diagnosing And Treating Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Psychotherapy

One reason treatment for personality disorders is difficult is because personality disorders aren't typically treatable with medication. These disruptions in behavior and sense of self aren't caused by a chemical imbalance, so treatment isn't as simple as filling a prescription and taking a pill each day. Some medications might be used to supplement treatment, but psychotherapy is the main way of treating narcissistic personality disorder. Talk therapy can consist of a few different components. One of the most common is cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps patients learn to recognize their irrational emotions and deal with them in healthy ways. It can also help with interpersonal relationships. Family therapy and counseling can sometimes help mediate conflicts and fix issues in a patient's interpersonal relationships. Another key component of talk therapy is coming to a better understanding of the self. Patients will learn what causes their emotions and impulses, why they have a low sense of self-esteem, and why they feel the need to seek validation from others. Understanding the root of these issues can help patients begin creating a healthier outlook on the world.

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