Narcissistic personality disorder derives from a narcissistic environment. In Healthy family settings each member plays a role based on the dynamics. In a narcissistic family, a member is given a role based on the mood and manipulation integrated by the narcissistic member who holds the most “control”.

The family (cast) is as follows:

1. The Narcissist (Tyrant)

2. The Enabler/Codependent (supporter)

3. The Flying Monkeys (Manipulated band wagoners)

4. The Golden Child (idealized child)

5. The Scapegoat (blamed victim - later turned Black-sheep)

Others not mentioned:

The Lost Child (forgotten child)

The Mascot (family clown)

The Hero (caretaker of family)

No matter the role, ALL are victims of a form of manipulative abuse. Narcissism goes beyond vanity, cockiness, and self absorption. Psychological abuse is detrimental and extremely hazardous