Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a mental health condition that causes people to have a constant need for admiration, attention, or approval from others.
People with NPD may also have:
A pattern of arrogant, self-centered thinking and behavior
Difficulty processing other people's feelings
Lashing out when they feel inept
Frequent arguments and fights
Be in troubled and unfulfilling relationships
NPD individuals may be unhappy and disappointed when they don't receive the special favors or admiration they believe they deserve
Treatments for NPD may include:
Individual, group, family, or couples therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Short-term objective-focused psychotherapy
Here are some tips for dealing with a narcissist:
Avoid direct confrontation
Maintain boundaries
Do not accept their negative behavior
Acknowledge when and if you need professional help
Know when to separate and/or decide to leave a relationship