Narcissistic Manipulation: Tactics, Triangulation, and Psychological Impact
Narcissistic Manipulation: Tactics, Triangulation, and Psychological Impact I. Introduction A. Defining the Scope: Narcissism, NPD, and Manipulation The term "narcissism" traces its origins to the Greek myth of Narcissus, a figure captivated by his own reflection, ultimately highlighting themes of profound self-admiration intertwined with an underlying emptiness. In contemporary discourse, "narcissist" is often used casually to describe individuals perceived as self-centered, boastful, or hungry for attention. However, this colloquial usage frequently obscures the clinical reality of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), a formal mental health condition delineated in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR). NPD represents a more severe, persistent, and problematic pattern of psychological functioning than simply possessing certain personality traits. Classified within Cluster B personality disorders, known ...