How would I know if I had narcisstic disorder?
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Pastors are not experts in diagnosing personality disorders unless the are also physicians, psychologists, or social workers.  This one sounds like he's not, since ethical clinicians do not diagnose people by remote control (i.e second hand descriptions only)  So screw the pastor's noise.\n\nYour therapist's opinion may be more helpful. If you've been working on your troubles for some time together then she has the training, experience, and first hand knowledge of you to suggest meaningful descriptions of your mental state.\n\nWhile it feels nice to have a label for the troubling way you may act, there is such a thing as having a narcissistic personality without having NPD.  \n\nThe distinction made between "normal" and "disordered" personalities is rejected by some experts. The "diagnostic thresholds" between normal and abnormal are either absent or weakly supported. The judgment whether a behavioral pattern is normal or disordered is also highly subjective. There is  little diagnostic literature to support what distinguishes personality styles (personality), from personality disorders and much is left to clinical judgment.
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OK honey, I'm a licensed therapist. This is what you need to do.  I don't know how old you are but, there should be someone you can talk to at your school, try your school guidance counselor, if your in college there should be free resources there for you or go to your regular doctor and they can refer you to someone.Please get help.Signs can be but are not limited to:\n1)rapid mood swings \n2)states of severe depression\n3)suicidal thoughts\n4)bouts of extreme anger or paranoia\n5)feelings of euphoria so strong one may feel invincible, this can lead to dangerous risk taking(drug use, promiscuity, extreme sports)\nIf you feel like this sounds familiar you need to see someone however, if you are experiencing any kind of depression please seek help.
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I think you need to see a psychiatrist. Sounds to me as if you have some serious issues.
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Yes, that does sound like you might have some form of obsessive compulsive disorder. If it is getting in the way of your everyday life you should see a psychiatrist, there are medications(like luvox) and counseling to treat this.
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You could be suffering from depression.  There are online tests available to give you a general idea.  You should see a docotor.
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sure, you could have OCD, or an anxiety disorder, or a number of other conditions.  the symptoms you've listed are classic signs of OCD (washing, counting), but are also signs of other problems. you seem very troubled by it all, so it's probably serious, and seems to interfere with your daily life, so you should get professional help right away. if you're not sure who to go to, ask your doctor for suggestions. it sounds like you're a minor, so your parents will need to pay the bills and consent to any treatment, but you still have privacy, they'll only know what you want them to. talk to them about it, then go to a psychiatrist. it might help if you take a copy of your question, and write down anything else that you notice, when you go.  sometimes, it's hard to remember everything, and will be easier if you have a lot written down. be open when you talk with the therapist, and on any tests that you take to come to a diagnosis. it's important that you get help soon, the longer you go without it, the more serious your problem can become.  OCD can also lead to depression, self-harm, etc. so get help soon.\nBest of luck to you!\nadditional information that may be helpful:\n"Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a common mental illness in which people feel burdened by unwanted thoughts or forced to repeat troublesome actions. Unwanted thoughts, called obsessions, often include unreasonable fear of dirt or germs. Another common obsession involves fear of losing control and hurting oneself or others. Many patients also feel a need to perform repeated actions, called compulsions, to prevent harmful events. Some wash their hands excessively to avoid infection. Unreasonable repetition of everyday routines--for example, checking that faucets or stoves are turned off--is also common. \nMost people have certain routines and habits that they find comforting. For example, a person may like to get dressed or prepare for bed in a certain way. But most people can change their routines when the need arises. People with obsessive-compulsive disorder feel trapped and unable to change, even though they know that their obsessions and compulsions are unrealistic. \nMany experts believe that obsessive-compulsive disorder involves an imbalance in serotonin, one of the brain's most important messenger chemicals. Doctors may treat the disorder with medicines that correct serotonin levels. People may also be helped by behavior therapy, which teaches patients ways to resist their unreasonable thoughts and actions."\n\n"Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses in which a person experiences excessive and unreasonable fear and anxiousness. They include (1) panic disorder, (2) obsessive-compulsive disorder, (3) generalized anxiety, and (4) phobias...Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by illogical and uncontrollable thoughts or impulses that result in obsessions or compulsions. Obsessions are persistent thoughts that the person considers senseless or terrible but cannot ignore. The most common obsessions include thoughts of committing violent acts or becoming infected by germs. Compulsions are actions performed again and again with little purpose, such as repeated handwashing or counting objects. \nPeople with compulsions sometimes believe their actions will produce or prevent some future event. For example, a girl may believe her father will die if she does not perform a series of ritualistic actions each day. People with compulsions usually realize the senselessness of their behavior and do not enjoy performing the repetitive rituals. In severe cases, the compulsion becomes the person's major activity and thus prevents the individual from leading a normal life...Generalized anxiety is a persistent fear without obvious cause that lasts 6 months or longer. Its symptoms include muscle tension, nausea, rapid heartbeat, and hot or cold spells. People with generalized anxiety constantly worry that something te
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You should probably ask that question to a psychiatrist, you undoubtedly need one. You should get locked away.
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Go to the doctors and explain to them that you may think you have these things and tell them what symtoms you have that make you think this way and they may try and tell you its not what you think but then just tell them to test you for them anyways so then you can relax and know for sure =)
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Hey, I am bipolar and your symptoms fit for bipolar but could be other problems as well. Without more info it's hard to tell. I'm not a doctor so I would never attempt a diagnosis anyway. But check the symptoms on the page link below.  If those symptoms don't fit then go to the sites home page and search for other mental conditions. The site is the National Institute of Mental Health and is 100% free and run by the government. Hope it helps and Good luck!
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Could you maybe have Asperger's syndrome? Social apathy is one symptom...\n\nAsperger's Syndrome is a newly recognized neurological disorder. It shares many of the same characteristics of autism, although people with Asperger's Syndrome do not have the accompanying disabilities. Those afflicted with this syndrome have difficulty understanding what those around them think and feel. As a result of this, they often behave inappropriately in social situations, or do things that may appear to be unkind or callous. Many Asperger sufferers have a difficult time in planning and coping with change despite average or above-average intelligence. This manifests itself as a notable lack of "common sense".\n\nTwo things with this answer:\n    (a) It's only a suggestion, I don't know you and could therefore never presume to diagnose you based on the tiny bit of info you have shared... \n    (b) If you think you may have Asperger's, it does not mean you are abnormal! Social abilities/interest are on a continuous scale/spectrum, with the low end being people who are very social and high end being autism/Asperger's. Most people with Asperger's do not feel they have a diability...\n\nIf you think there is a remote possibility you may 'have' this, I would suggest searching 'dsm-iv asperger's' in yahoo to see the criteria for a diagnosis...\n\n\nAll the best!
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it seems to me, take note i am not a professional in this field, that you are trying to convince yourself that you have the perfect life and have no troubles. this question is like reading the bio of "Rebbecca of sunnybrook farms"! stay with the person that diagnosed you, you may have to dig deep within. there is a reason for that diagnosis, you must come across the opposite of what you wrote about yourself.  good luck, keep in touch.
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With no proof, I'd believe you need some sort of psychiatric help.
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If you have one there will be no doubt in your mind! If you think that you are having one but you aren't sure, chances are that you aren't. It will be a feeling like you've never had, so you will know. Read the links below for more info!
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if u are claiming to be a narcissist, then u r not one.....if u really were one u wouldnt realize it.\nu just very egocentric.
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Go to the doctor and see if you need to be treated for bipolar disorder.
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I suffer from manic depression/bipolar. It took a while to be properly diagnosed but basically it was chronic depression, irritability, mood swings, rocky relationships, irresponsible actions/activities and paranoia. You won't qualify for bipolar until you've had a manic episode though and you'll know when that happens because everything will be unusually fantastic and your thinking will be unfocused with racing thoughts. These are just a few of the symptoms that I experienced but apart from the depression and manic episodes, everyone's symptoms can vary. Don't try and self diagnose though. Have an open communication with your doctor about it because it's very tricky to diagnose properly.\nHope that helps a little bit.
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There are several disorders that come to mind with your symptoms.  The very best advice is to see your doc, have several tests, UA, Blood ect.  to rule out organic disease.  If your doc feels this is a simple problem, he can prescribe several useful meds.  Most impt. get it checked out.  Good Luck