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McLean’s Guide to Managing Mental Health Around the Holidays

Elvis once crooned about feeling blue at Christmas time—and we’re here to tell you: It’s perfectly normal to feel that way. There are a variety of reasons why your days may not be merry and bright around the holiday season. It can be the jam-packed social calendar, deadlines at work, the loss of a...

Video: Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Hosted by Elsa Ronningstam, PhD , McLean Hospital Narcissistic personality disorder is a grossly misunderstood mental health disorder. This webinar focuses on clarifying the condition of disordered narcissism—the internal and external functioning in people who struggle with this disorder—and...

Narcissistic Personality Disorder: A Basic Guide for Providers

Narcissism – From Healthy to Pathological Narcissism refers to feelings and attitudes towards one’s own self. It is the core of self-esteem and emotions, which influence the way one perceives and relates to others. Normal narcissism involves a healthy, positive sense of self-worth and self-regard...