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Narcissistic Personality Disorder Treatment

Health Encyclopedia: Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Treatment

Psychotherapy may help the affected person relate to others in a more positive and compassionate manner.


Support Groups


Expectations (prognosis)

The outcome varies with the severity of the disorder.


Complications
  • Relationship and family problems
  • Alcohol or other drug dependence

Calling your health care provider


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Narcissistic personality disorder
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