Personality Psychology

Switching Time is the first story centering on multiple personality disorder to be told by the treating physician. It is the incredible saga of a young woman stranded in unimaginable darkness who, in order to survive, created 17 different versions of herself. One by one, Karen's "alters" began showing themselves: men, women, young boys, a toddler, black, white, vicious, nurturing, prim, licentious. And their "stepping out" confronted Baer with the challenge of a lifetime.

As with the two prior volumes of True Crime Case Histories, I want to start with a quick word of warning. Most news articles and television true crime shows skim over the sticky details of truly gruesome crimes. In my books I don't gloss over the facts, regardless of how horrible they may be. I try to give my listeners a clear and accurate description on just how demented the killers really were. I do my best not to leave anything out. The stories included in these books are not for the squeamish.

This audiobook has been put together in order to unveil two of the most successful ways of treating mental illnesses and different conditions. These treatments - known as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy - have become a hit around the world because of how many people they've helped.

Was your mother always shaming you, making you feel rejected? Was it always about her? Was she often emotionally, or even physically abusive towards you? Sadly, this is how narcissists act, and despite the vast majority of mothers being very maternal & loving, narcissistic mothers just aren’t like this. And, of course, this leaves scars as you become an adult.

When my ex-girlfriend and I broke up, I went to see my family therapist. He asked me about my ex-girlfriend, how I felt, and if I was doing okay. I explained that I felt bad about the relationship ending and that I was mourning. I missed my ex, but I told him that I thought she was a narcissist. The first question the therapist asked: Was the sex good? I found his question interesting because it seems that there is a correlation between great sex and people with mental and/or emotional disorders.

An honest and compelling memoir, Girl in Need of a Tourniquet is Merri Lisa Johnson’s account of her borderline personality disorder and how it has affected her life and relationships. Johnson describes the feeling of "bleeding out" unable to tell where she stopped and where her partner began. A self-confessed "psycho girlfriend," she was influenced by many emotional factors from her past. She recalls her path through a dysfunctional, destructive relationship, while recounting the experiences that brought her to her breaking point.

By reframing our understanding of narcissism, the book empowers us to embrace more accurate and compassionate perspectives, ultimately promoting healthier relationships and personal growth. It is time to embark on this enlightening journey and, together, make a positive change in how we perceive and discuss narcissism.

This audiobook is a vital tool for anyone who wants to become more aware of their body language as well as learn how to read and analyze verbal and nonverbal clues of others.

In this audiobook, you’ll find information on artificial intelligence (AI), psychopaths, and split personality disorder. This guide contains the answers to many questions and answers related to these subjects. Don’t keep yourself in the dark about these important issues.

Everyone has been in a situation where having the ability to analyze those around you makes all the difference in the world. Imagine knowing what your opponent, that is business competitor, athlete, etc, was thinking or feeling. If you knew, you’d be able to make an informed decision about your next move. Who wouldn’t want those abilities? How to Analyze People provides all the tools you need to build these skills or build on the intuitive skills you already possess.

Discover powerful DBT strategies to overcome depression and anxiety with this complete dialectical behavior therapy workbook.

Although all marriages have their ups and down, there is nothing normal about feeling belittled and unwanted by your partner most of the time. You may already be realizing there is something abnormal going on. Maybe, you've noticed your partner constantly guilts and shames you into certain behaviors or seen how different your friends' marriages are.

"The Narcissist's Lifestyle: How To Live And Deal With Narcissistic Personalities" is a product of deep research sparked by years of curiosity about narcissism. Narcissistic Personality Disorder is one of the most obsessed about among other personality disorders, and it is no surprise. From friendships, families, and workplaces to the highest echelon of government, many have encountered difficult people who are unrelenting and unrepentant in their rather apathetic ways of treating others.

On February 29, 2000, John Price took out a restraining order against his girlfriend, Katherine Knight. Later that day, he told his coworkers she had stabbed him and that if he were ever to go missing, it was because Knight had killed him. The next day, Price didn’t show up for work. A coworker was sent to check on him. They found a bloody handprint by the front door, and they immediately contacted the police. The local police force was not prepared for the chilling scene they were about to encounter.

In seinem dritten Buch geht Bestsellerautor Pablo Hagemeyer dem Ursprung des bösartigen Narzissmus auf den Grund. Er erklärt anhand konkreter Fallbeispiele aus der psychiatrischen Praxis, wann und wie aus einem narzisstischen Charakter ein*e bösartige*r Narzisst*in wird. Da ist die Frau, die schon als Baby die verachtenden Blicke und den nonverbalen Liebesentzug ihrer Mutter spürte. Das wirkt sich wiederum auf die Beziehung zu ihrem späteren Partner aus. Oder ein Mann, der abwertend und kalt agiert, weil er selbst als Kind ausgegrenzt und verachtet wurde.

There is a subset of people who are different from the normal population. Their brains are wired a bit differently, or they went through experiences in their lives that contributed to their introversion, social avoidance, and shyness.They learned to be self-sufficient instead of relying on others and on society for their needs. Some of these shy individuals who we classify as loners may be afflicted with a disorder called schizoid personality disorder.

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is the most prevalent psychiatric disease, affecting two percent of the American population per year. It is defined by an unwillingness to sustain healthy close relationships and highly impulsive behavior. Borderline personality disorder symptoms commonly appear during puberty or early youth, although they may also appear later in life for certain people. BPD is linked to self-harm or suicide, but the prognosis is positive when reported and handled early.

OCPD is the abbreviation for a group of mental symptoms that are collectively called obsessive compulsive personality disorder. Many people confuse OCPD with OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). People can have both; however, OCPD is a pervasive condition that affects the person's entire life and all interactions. A person with OCPD may justify their rigidity and inflexibility using the morals and values their family instilled in them.

Drawing from comprehensive knowledge of the INFJ personality type, socionic designations, and the Sigma archetype, this audiobook provides a deep understanding of the Sigma INFJ's unique traits, challenges, and advantages. This audiobook uncovers their self-reliant and independent nature, and celebrates their ability to walk through the world unbound by societal expectations and social programming. Listeners will gain insights into how the Sigma INFJ's dominant introverted intuition and extraverted feeling shape their perception and interactions.

If you are overwhelmed by intense and fluctuating emotions, have difficulty with relationships, and constantly struggle with troubling thoughts and behaviors, then this audiobook is for you! These symptoms can be especially difficult to treat, though there are ways to gain control over your emotions and live a happier, healthier life. All you have to do is take the first step. Then, take another and another. Manage Personality Disorder shows you the exact right steps to take to overcome those fears and worries, once and for all!