Abstract

Antisocial and narcissistic personality disorders are forms of persistent maladaptive personality styles that interfere with a person's functioning. Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a disregard for the rights of others often exemplified by criminal behavior and a lack of remorse. Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by a grandiose sense of self and pathological self-centeredness. Antisocial and narcissistic personality disorders often co-occur with one another and with other personality disorders and substance use disorders. The causes of antisocial and NPDs include both genetic and environmental influences. Success in treating these disorders often proves difficult.

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