jimi, I think we are seeing more about narcissism all over the place because for one thing, it's thought by even many professionals that the POTUS is that way. Trump certainly demonstrates the characteristics.

That said, a second reason is more people are becoming that way because of child rearing practices.

I am particularly interested in it because my mother had narcissistic personality disorder. More of us are being affected by people with this problem. And we need to know what to expect and how to respond.

I am wondering why the increase in the number of such articles leads you to disparage those of us who appreciate this topic. I appreciate all the articles I can get. I know they don't appeal to everybody, however.

I agree that there is the danger of people mislabeling others with a disorder because they read about it, though. I even warned my students about that when I taught Abnormal Psych. Is someone trying to label you? (You don't need to answer this question, of course.) I am just concerned that your life is being made miserable in some way.

Many places go through trends in topics. Case in point: television. I first remember the Western theme in it with shows such as "Gunsmoke" and "The Big Valley." Now it seems to be into murder, DNA, and even psychopathy. Perhaps this topic will wane at some point too.

As well as the topic of narcissism...

Hope I helped some here.

On more comment: I don't think a true narcissist or psychopath "suffers" from it. In fact, they would see it as something good or okay. Am I wrong about that, fellow readers? As far as toxic people, I don't think that means someone who rubs us the wrong way one time. I hope people don't see all of us with mental disorders as "toxic," although some of our actions and words might be annoying or off-putting.

That's all I have to say. I'm not going to respond to this thread any more. Jimi, you have brought up an interesting topic. Thanks.