7 Signs of a Narcissistic Father | Father/Son Relationship

This video answers the question: What are the signs of a narcissistic father, specifically in a father-son relationship?

Narcissism:

There are two types of narcissism: With grandiose narcissism we see characteristics like being extroverted, socially bold, self-confident, having a superficial charm, being resistant to criticism, and being callous and unemotional. Vulnerable narcissism is characterized by shame, anger, aggression, hypersensitivity, a tendency to be introverted, defensive, avoidant, anxious, depressed, socially awkward, and shy.

1. The narcissistic father is a significant influence in the the son's life

2. The narcissistic father teaches the son a lot of maladaptive behaviors regarding how to approach other people

3. The narcissistic father will have a strong position on whether the son should have children of his own

4. The narcissistic father lives vicariously through the son in a way that connects with the
grandiose fantasy

5. The narcissistic father is not necessarily emotionally distant, but he does not focus on emotions that the son is having

6. The son may get abandoned for another child, perhaps a son or daughter that can allow the narcissistic father to feel more fulfilled

7. In a divorce situation, the father is typically divisive and encourages the son to side with him against the mother

Nodar, M. martha. a. nodar@live. mercer. ed. (2012). Impact of Family Dynamics on Narcissism and Impotence: A Commentary and Implications for Psychodynamic Counselors. Professional Counselor, 2(3), 201–207.

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