The 5 Main Traits of Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Understanding Narcissistic Traits explores how narcissistic behaviour appears in overt and subtle ways. Learn to recognise these patterns, understand their impact on relationships, and develop strategies to protect yourself.
Language
English
What you will learn
Understand how narcissistic traits are defined in both the DSM-5 and ICD-11, and why they differ.
Recognise the five key traits that drive narcissistic behaviour and how they manifest in both overt and covert forms.
Gain clarity on the complexities of narcissistic empathy and self-awareness, challenging common misconceptions.
Identify patterns of narcissistic manipulation, including grandiosity, entitlement, and exploitation, and how they impact relationships.
Develop practical insights into recognising and protecting yourself from emotional dominance and narcissistic abuse.
Course Description
Course Overview
Narcissistic traits are often misunderstood, with many misconceptions surrounding the nature of empathy, self-awareness, and manipulation in narcissistic individuals. This course, Understanding Narcissistic Traits, provides a comprehensive exploration of the core characteristics of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), examining how they present in both overt and covert ways.
By exploring research-based insights from the DSM-5 and ICD-11, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the five key traits that underpin narcissistic behaviour: grandiosity, entitlement, exploitation, motivational empathy, and impaired self-awareness. This knowledge will enable participants to recognise and understand narcissistic behaviour patterns, identify their impact in relationships, and develop strategies to protect themselves from emotional manipulation.
Table of Contents
This course covers the following topics:
Module 1: Introduction to Narcissistic Traits
Module 2: The Traits Associated with Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Module 3: Grandiosity
Module 4: Entitlement
Module 5: Exploitation
Module 6: Motivational Empathy
Module 7: Impaired Self-Awareness
Module 8: Conclusion
About the Author
Helen Villiers is a psychotherapist and author with a Master’s degree in working therapeutically with adult children of narcissistic parents. The narcissism courses are based on her extensive clinical experience and research, offering a deep and nuanced understanding of narcissistic behaviour.
- £125 / one time
This Course Includes
This course will provide you with both theoretical knowledge and real-world understanding, equipping you with the tools to navigate relationships with greater awareness and confidence.