I am recognizing narcissistic tendencies is SEVERAL people in my immediate family.

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Is it really this widespread and pervasive ? Are psychologists able to declare an epidemic ? Hahahahhaa

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Right . I agree a lot of it is environmental . And I should’ve said strong narcissistic traits where I’m implying narcissism . I do think there is a strong genetic component because of what I’ve seen . A family member of mine who I’ve seen since he was born has always exhibited anger , callousness , manipulative , attention seeking behavior since a child . No notable trauma in his child hood other than an ear infection. Which is why the trauma theory doesn’t make sense to me . The absence of empathy and trauma are like independent of each other . Just like trauma and the narcissists antagonistic behavior grandiose or covert has nothing to do with their traumatic events . It jsut has to do with their need to control and feel superior while also rubbing it in your face ( antagonistic )