Recognizing Narcissistic Behaviors

Course Overview

Peter Quarry is interviewed by Eve Ash and explains what narcissism is, its prevalence and where the term came from. Narcissists may have little empathy, yet initially appear warm and friendly, but this is often a manipulation. They require constant validation and can get defensive and aggressive when criticized. A condition of Narcissistic Personality Disorder affects 0.5-1% of the population but cause is not fully understood.

Peter Quarry explains a range of narcissistic behaviors, and how to recognize them. 

Learning Objectives

Peter Quarry discusses:

• What is narcissism?
• A range of narcissistic behaviors
• Response by narcissists to criticism
• Narcissistic Personality Disorder
• What causes narcissism

Interviewer: Eve Ash
Interviewee: Peter Quarry