Un narcissistic pervert or a person with narcissistic personality disorder is a person who has a demeaning image of himself and who values ​​himself by belittling others. Men are more often affected than women by the narcissistic perversion. This person gives the appearance of a being superior to others and feels an exacerbated need to be admired. She manipulates those close to her entourage and feels no guilt when she hurts others.

The narcissistic pervert can be a spouse, friend, colleague, or even a family member, with whom one maintains a close bond.

Recognize a narcissistic pervert

Quite often the person with Narcissistic Personality Disorder is attractive, sympathetic, and sometimes reserved. She pleases with her flattering and charming side. However, very quickly, unease sets in in a relationship with this type of person.

The narcissistic pervert:

• Maintains fuzzy communication.
• Frequently changes opinion.
• Tell lies.
• Experiences jealousy.
• Is unable to confess wrongs or take responsibility for their actions.
• Is unable to recognize the needs or feelings of others.
• Continuously seeks recognition or success.
• Sometimes presents multiple faces, for example, changing from deep sadness to anger when upset. 
• Is not aware of the harm it causes. However, the influence he exerts on others is calculated.

The person who is the victim of the narcissistic pervert:

• Feel guilt.
• Feels devalued.
• Receives a lot of criticism.
• No longer feels herself.
• Feels like she has to pay attention to everything she says and does so as not to upset the other.

Causes of narcissistic perversion

The causes of narcissistic personality disorder are both complex and unknown. A dysfunctional childhood (overprotected children, children on whom one has extremely high expectations, abused or neglected children) could be involved. It is possible that a genetic or neurobiological disorder is at the origin of this personality disorder but nothing has been proven to date.

Complications

When left untreated, a narcissistic personality disorder can lead to:

• The abuse of alcohol or drugs.
• The Depression.
• Suicidal thoughts or behavior.
• Relationship difficulties.
• Difficulties at work or at school.

People at risk of falling into narcissistic perversion

• People who have low self-esteem or who are emotionally dependent.
• People who are unaware of the existence of Narcissistic Perversion Disorder or those who do not conceive that it can exist.

Risk factors

While the precise causes of narcissistic personality disorder are poorly understood, some research claims that excessive parenting behaviors, such as neglect or excessive expectations, may be partially to blame. For example :

• Parental disdain for the needs or fears expressed during childhood.
• A lack of affection and recognition during childhood.
• Childhood emotional abuse or neglect.
• Excessive pressure or excessive expectations of a child.
• Manipulation on the part of the parents.