The Mikhaila Peterson Podcast Narcissism, Psychopathy, Borderline: How to Spot It and What to Do About It | W. Keith Campbell
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Oct 11, 2023 In this episode, W. Keith Campbell, Professor of Psychology at the University of Georgia, discusses narcissism, psychopathy, and borderline personality disorder. They explore the Big Five personality traits and their connection to narcissism, delve into the challenges of self-promotion and the negative perception of narcissism, and discuss the difficulties of navigating social media. They also touch on gaslighting, manipulation, and the goals of narcissistic individuals. Overall, it's an insightful conversation about understanding and dealing with various personality disorders.
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Two Faces of Narcissism
- Grandiose narcissists are self-centered, extroverted, charismatic, and driven, often liked yet hated.
- Vulnerable narcissists share entitlement but are neurotic, anxious, and have low self-esteem.
Big Five Traits in Narcissism
- Narcissism is low agreeableness (antagonism) plus high extraversion and sometimes high conscientiousness.
- Vulnerable narcissists add high neuroticism and lack extraversion, appearing anxious or depressed.
CPR to Check Ego
- Practice compassion, passion, and responsibility (CPR) to buffer against narcissism.
- Take responsibility for failures and cultivate compassion to keep ego in check.