Sixth Edition of Malignant Self Love - Narcissism Revisited Released

The sixth edition of Sam Vaknin's grounbreaking book about pathological narcissism in abusive relationships has just been released.

(PRWEB) December 18, 2004 -- The sixth edition of Sam Vaknin's grounbreaking book about pathological narcissism in abusive relationships has just been released.

The Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a serious, often undiagnosed condition, frequently related to abuse in childhood.

In many cases the disorder compels the sufferer to become the abuser in turn.

Once almost unheard of, pathological narcissism is now considered to be at the heart of phenomena as diverse as corporate malfeasance, workplace bullying, the emergence of murderous dictatorships, domestic violence, and serial killings.

What exactly is a Narcissist?

"The Narcissist is an actor forced to remain backstage in his own monodrama. The scenes, not him, take center stage. Contrary to his reputation, he does not cater to his own needs at all. Nor does he "love" himself in any true sense of this loaded word. He feeds off other people, who reflect back at him whatever image he projects to them.

In his world this is their only function :

to reflect,

to admire,

to applaud,

to detest - in a word, to assure him that he exists.

Otherwise, he feels, no one has the right to tax his time, energy, or emotions." (A quote from the book "Malignant Self Love - Narcissism Revisited" By Sam Vaknin)

Further information on the author and his work: http://www.narcissistic-abuse.com/indexqa.html

Technical Details

The sixth, revised printing (December 2004) is available in print and as an e-book from the Publisher, from Barnes and Noble, and from other retailers: http://barnesandnoble.bfast.com/booklink/click?sourceid=481444&ISBN=8023833847

The sixth, revised printing contains two parts.

The Essay describes and analyzes the Narcissistic Personality Disorder using a new psychodynamic vocabulary.

102 Frequently Asked Questions relate to the various aspects of Narcissism

Together: 564 pages (E-book: 671 pages).

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