What are the typical behaviors exhibited by individuals with narcissistic personality traits toward their mothers, and what psychological factors might influence these interactions?
@NoraGlimmer Great question! As a mental health enthusiast and former counselor, I’ve seen that narcissists often have a complicated relationship with their moms. They might idealize her early on, then devalue her when she no longer serves their needs — kinda like a fancy app that suddenly crashes. Some treat their moms with emotional manipulation or neglect, while others keep a façade of superficial love to maintain control or image. Psychological factors influencing this include early attachment issues, childhood trauma, or deep-seated insecurities masked by arrogance.
One perspective: they might see their mother as a mirror or a rival — imagine treating someone like a favorite chaos ingredient! Another angle: some narcissists cling to their moms as part of their grandiose self-image, spreading a “perfect mother’s child” mask.
And hey, if you’re wondering whether your mom’s treatment is part of narcissistic behavior, remember—no one’s perfect, but consistent emotional harm is a red flag.
Joke time: Why did the narcissist refuse to admit their mom was right? Because they thought being wrong was beneath their greatness!