The Truth About Narcissistic Personality Disorder with Giancarlo Dimaggio MD

Описание: In this episode, Quillette’s Zoe Booth sits down with Dr Giancarlo Dimaggio—an internationally recognised psychiatrist and psychotherapist best known for his work on metacognitive therapy and the treatment of personality disorders. Based in Rome, Dr Dimaggio is the co-founder of the Centre for Metacognitive Interpersonal Therapy and has published extensively on narcissistic, borderline, and avoidant personality disorders. With a Hirsch index of 56, he is one of Italy’s most highly cited psychotherapists. He also serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Clinical Psychology: In Session and as a Senior Associate Editor of the Journal of Psychotherapy Integration.
Their conversation explores the intricacies of narcissistic personality disorder and the broader challenges of diagnosing and treating personality disorders. They unpack common misconceptions about narcissism, reflect on how early experiences shape personality, and examine what makes therapy effective for patients often deemed "difficult to treat."

00:00 Introduction to Personality Disorders
02:01 Understanding Personality Disorders
04:28 Narcissistic Personality Disorder Explained
06:54 The Gender Dynamics of Narcissism
09:31 Types of Narcissism: Grandiose vs Vulnerable
11:59 The Dark Triad and Personality Traits
14:02 The Role of Childhood in Personality Development
16:05 Self-Perception and Personal Narratives
18:00 Changing Personality and the Role of Psychotherapy
20:31 The Evolution of Psychotherapy
22:21 Understanding Transference in Therapy
23:03 The Role of Psychotherapy for Therapists
23:56 Mistrust in Psychotherapy and Society
25:54 Addressing Criminal Behavior through Therapy
26:32 The Impact of Social Media on Trust
30:21 Metacognitive Interpersonal Therapy Explained
31:35 Innovations in Treating Eating Disorders

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