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From Childhood to Adulthood: Parenting and Psychopathology Explained

  Understanding how parenting styles shape personality, emotional health, and long-term mental well-being Parenting Shapes More Than Behavior Every parent influences their child’s growth—not only in education and habits but also in emotional and psychological development. Research shows that parenting styles can have lasting effects on personality and vulnerability to mental health conditions. While genetics also play a role, the emotional climate at home often sets the foundation for resilience—or risk. Parenting Styles and Their Impact Authoritative Parenting (warm but firm) Encourages independence, empathy, and healthy self-esteem. Often linked with resilience and emotional stability. Authoritarian Parenting (strict, high control, low warmth) Children may obey rules but often develop anxiety, low confidence, or anger issues. Sometimes associated with later difficulties in relationships and higher risk of certain personality traits. Permissive Parenting (hig...
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Stop Calling Everyone a Narcissist: What NPD Really Means?

  The Problem with the Word “Narcissist” In daily life, we often hear people say, “He’s such a narcissist” or “She’s too self-obsessed.” The term has become a quick insult for anyone who seems arrogant, confident, or self-centered. But in psychology, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is not just about being selfish—it is a clinically recognized mental health condition. Misusing the term can create stigma and confusion, preventing people with the disorder from getting the help they need. What NPD Really Is Unlike normal confidence or ambition, NPD involves deep, long-lasting patterns of behavior: A grand sense of self-importance A strong need for constant admiration Difficulty understanding or showing empathy Intense reactions to criticism Unstable or conflict-filled relationships Beneath these behaviors often lies fear of rejection, low self-esteem, and emotional vulnerability. A Real-Life Example (Anonymized) A young man was often called “too...
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