In the realm of personality disorders, few conditions are as perplexing and potentially destructive as malignant narcissism. This extreme form of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) combines the self-absorbed grandiosity of narcissism with the callous disregard for others seen in antisocial personality disorder. The result is a toxic blend of traits that can leave a trail of emotional devastation in its wake.
Recent studies suggest that approximately 1% of the general population may meet the criteria for NPD, with
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