What happens to a narcissistic woman when she becomes a mother? Can someone with an unmet desire for attention, love and recognition — which characterises all narcissists — adapt well to having a baby to care for? The answer, according to a new study in Personality Disorders: Theory, Research and Treatment, is that it really depends what type of narcissist the mother is.
The work highlights the nuanced ways personality traits might contribute to women’s wellbeing during and just after pregnancy. But the conclusions were based on self-reports, which should probably be received with caution. Continue reading →
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