How to Deal with an Aging Narcissistic Parent

This episode discusses the challenges and complexities of caring for an aging narcissistic parent, offering guidance and support for adult children dealing with this situation. It delves into the characteristics of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), such as entitlement, lack of empathy, and manipulative behavior, emphasizing that NPD can manifest differently in individuals and may co-occur with other personality disorders.

The episode shares the story of "Star," a caregiver who faced the demanding and manipulative behavior of her narcissistic mother, Edith, over several years. It highlights the impact of narcissistic parenting on adult children, including low self-esteem, emotional scars, and challenges in forming healthy relationships.

Outlines common signs of narcissistic parents, including immaturity, selfishness, aggression/abuse, and guilt-tripping, and explains how these behaviors affect adult children's emotional well-being and self-esteem. It also discusses the authoritarian structure often established by narcissistic parents.

Additionally, explores a potential link between narcissism and dementia, suggesting that narcissistic traits may increase the risk of cognitive decline in later life. However, more research is needed to fully understand this connection.

To cope with caring for an aging narcissistic parent, the article offers practical advice, such as choosing battles wisely, avoiding direct confrontation, setting healthy boundaries, practicing self-care, and seeking support. It underscores the importance of prioritizing one's well-being while navigating the complexities of caregiving in this challenging family dynamic.
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00:00 Start
00:10 How to Deal with an Aging Narcissistic Parent
01:05 Understanding Pathological Narcissism
01:22 Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)
01:42: Children of Narcissistic Parents: The Story of Star and Her Narcissistic mother
03:10 Narcissistic Parenting Traits
06:56 Pyramid of Tyranny
07:44 Narcissistic Personality Disorder and its link to Dementia
08:49 Can Dementia cause Narcissism?
09:06 Our Graphs
09:39 Strategies for Dealing with Narcissistic Parents
10:30 Conclusion

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