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How are Narcissists Made: Is it Trauma or Genetic? Here's What Dr. Salerno Thinks

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Is narcissism caused by genetics or trauma? Ever heard “narcissists act that way because of bad parenting” or “because they’ve experienced trauma?” 

This week, Dr. Peter Salerno returns to challenge everything you thought you knew about the cause of narcissistic personality disorder. We're diving into the controversial science of heritability. 

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Books: The Nature and Nurture of Narcissism: Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder from the Perspective of Gene – Environment Interaction

Traumatic Cognitive Dissonance: Healing from an Abusive Relationship with a Disordered Personality

'Cruelty by Nature: The Science of Intentional Abuse

DR. PETER SALERNO is a retired clinical psychologist with an expert understanding of personality pathology, narcissistic abuse recovery, and the genetic components of personality disorders.

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