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The Narcissist Next Door: Understanding The Monster In Your Family, In Your Office, In Your Bed--in Your World (2014)

by Jeffrey Kluger(Favorite Author)

3.17 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

1594486360 (ISBN13: 9781594486364)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

Riverhead Hardcover

review 1: Love of the self to the exclusion of others produces its own kind of sorrow.. ~ Jeffery KlugerNarcissism, is the topic of this highly informative and easily understood without the intense scientific data; and deeply personal advice/how to avoid: instead, author Jeffery Kluger engages the reader in: "The Narcissist Next Door: Understanding the Monster in your Family, in Your Office In Your Bed, in Your World". This is an excellent captivating narrative which identifies behaviors and characteristics and also famous CEO's, celebrities, athletes, presidents and criminal narcissists that most will recognize. Also included: a Narcissistic Personality Inventory (NPI) a series of quiz type questions that pinpoint the disorder on a diagnostic scale.On the rise in the US likely from... more the hedonistic tendencies taken to extreme: "the pursuit of happiness" combined with the cultural change from close community/family to a determined individualism. This, compared to Canada that fosters the modest cultural expectations of "peace, order, and good government."The "dark triad" the combination of personality traits that define Narcissism: impulsiveness (thrill seeking), exploitative tendencies, elevated self-image, the need to be recognized and admired, lack of self awareness (also in regard to others). The encounters with narcissists can be intoxicating, especially when they turn on the appeal and charm, but when reality is bound to happen; an emotional "hangover" is certain to occur. The reason narcissists can't learn from their mistakes is that they are unable to admit they made one in the first place! This makes therapy/treatment difficult. A depressed narcissist may seek treatment, even trying medication; as soon as they feel better they often resume familiar patterns/behaviors.The office boss that bullies subordinates, and takes credit for the work of others.. Kluger illustrates that employee's rejoice if the boss is found out/reprimanded, yet, this isn't likely and rarely happens.A titled behavioral study: "Why Women Really Do Love Self-Obsessed Psychopaths" Kluger discussed the permanent, enduring, staying power of the Clinton marriage. The importance of wisdom, age, excellence/experience over the youth/beauty of a "shiny" trophy wife, where the appeal would fade quickly. The most interesting profiles were of the US presidents, in addition, readers will not want to miss Kluger's analysis of Charlie Sheen, who's 2011 meltdown and feud with his "Two and a Half Men" TV producer Chuck Loree made spectacular national news! This alone is worth the price of the book!Jeffery Kluger is an award winning author, also an educator and attorney. He is the co-author of "Lost Moon: The Perilous Voyage of Apollo 13" which was made into a 1995 film presentation. He is a senior writer for Time Magazine, and currently writing his third book. Kluger resides in Manhattan, NY. with his wife/family.
review 2: A lot of sub-topics are introduced, but there is a lack of depth to any of the chapters. Uuthor Kluger would name famous people that he claims are narcissists. It actually seems to fit the actions he describes of narcissists to be neither a psychologist or personally close to the people named and claim this kind of knowledge, as well as be unconcerned about their feelings.In the back is a quiz to rate your narcissistic tendencies. But here's the deal: a score of 17 or above means you are, "flirting with narcissism" however 15 or below and you "may have self esteem issues." So apparently healthy people must score exactly 16. Hmmm. less

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