....and I don't mean to cast any aspersions, but the subject came up in an
email exchange. I guess, if the shoe fits....

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What Are the Symptoms of Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

In many cases, people with narcissistic personality disorder:

* Are self-centered and boastful


* Seek constant attention and admiration


* Consider themselves better than others


* Exaggerate their talents and achievements


* Believe that they are entitled to special treatment


* Are easily hurt but may not show it


* Set unrealistic goals


* May take advantage of others to achieve their goals

Other common traits of narcissistic personality disorder include the
following:

* Preoccupation with fantasies that focus on unlimited success, power,
intelligence, beauty, or love


* Belief that he or she is "special" and unique, and can only be
understood by other special people


* Expectation that others will automatically go along with what he or
she wants


* Inability to recognize or identify with the feelings, needs, and
viewpoints of others


* Envy of others or a belief that others are envious of him or her


* Hypersensitivity to insults (real or imagined), criticism, or defeat,
possibly reacting with rage, shame and humiliation


* Arrogant behavior and/or attitude

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John H.