What causes narcissism

Can childhood abuse cause narcissism?

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Explanation:

In reaction to high amounts of parental criticism, abuse, or neglect as a child, narcissism develops as a psychological defence mechanism. Emotional damage as a result of severe humiliation, loss, or deprivation throughout childhood tends to shape narcissistic personalities.

In many situations, neglect or over appraisal leads to the development of narcissistic characteristics. In certain situations, this disordered self-structure develops as a result of inadequate warmth, acceptance, and excessive idealisation in infancy, when parents do not perceive or appreciate the kid for who they are.

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