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Mind Over Matter By: Nazli Mohideen

Megalomania is a narcissistic personality disorder in which someone is excessively driven by money, power, and strength. The name of the condition, which comes from the Greek language, means “big obsession.” Generally, a megalomaniac thinks highly of themselves and has an unrealistic perception of their abilities. An individual who suffers from megalomania is also likely to suffer from other personality disorders. Genetics, brain damage, stress, drug abuse, childhood trauma, alcohol addiction, and other mental disorders can contribute to a megalomania diagnosis, although researchers have not yet determined a single cause leading to the condition. Symptoms of the disease include immense pride and an intense need for power, overwhelming feelings of sadness, narcissism, mood swings, aggressive behavior, lack of empathy, exploiting others without remorse, high self-esteem and focusing on one’s own opinions while dismissing everyone’s around them, among other things. Diagnosing the disorder typically includes looking at the patient’s medical history and talking to close relatives and friends of the patient to better understand their symptoms, if any. Treatment for megalomania almost always includes prescription medication and sometimes, psychotherapy. Psychotherapy regarding treating megalomania entails confronting the patient’s narcissism by talking to a ther apist. While it is possible to have someone with megalomania in your life, some cases of the disorder can be dan gerous. Researchers recommend keeping one’s distance from these patients, being aware that they will likely not return the effort you are putting in the relationship and refraining from trying to change their behavior. Sources Used:

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