Modernity and narcissistic personality disorder.

Abstract in brief

• Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a mental condition characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance, which may be worsened by both individual vulnerabilities and cultural influences, especially in modern society.
• The article suggests that the rise in narcissistic traits and "cultural narcissism" is linked to social changes brought about by modernity, and that current psychotherapies, rooted in individualism, might unintentionally reinforce narcissism unless adapted to better target NPD-specific issues.
• Overall, understanding NPD involves recognizing how modern social and cultural factors contribute to its prevalence and how treatment approaches might need to evolve to effectively address this disorder.]