What all detours to total-jerkdom have in common. KEY POINTS: For diagnostic purposes, it’s enough to have DSM-like rubrics for categorizing difficult people: If a subject has X number of these descriptive traits, it’s fair to describe them as having this or that condition. For greater diagnostic accuracy, we can expand the rubrics and descriptions. There’s psychopath,…

The question of whether narcissists can experience genuine love has puzzled relationship experts, mental health professionals, and countless individuals who’ve found themselves entangled with narcissistic partners. The answer, as with most aspects of human psychology, is more nuanced than a simple yes or no. Understanding Narcissism: A Spectrum, Not a Switch Before examining whether narcissists…