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Book Narcissism in High Fidelity

Download or read book Narcissism in High Fidelity written by and published by iUniverse. This book was released on with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book High Fidelity

Download or read book High Fidelity written by Kristina Lyn Smolenski and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This thesis demonstrates how the film High Fidelity successfully adapts the book through both point of view and the sound track to reveal Rob's narcissism and his growth as a character.

Book Springsteen as Soundtrack

    Book Details:
  • Author : Caroline Madden
  • Publisher : McFarland
  • Release : 2020-01-31
  • ISBN : 1476637873
  • Pages : 243 pages

Download or read book Springsteen as Soundtrack written by Caroline Madden and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2020-01-31 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A catalog nearly fifty years in the making, Bruce Springsteen's music remains popular and a frequent subject of study yet little critical attention has been given to its inclusion in film and television. This book examines a selection of films and TV shows from the 1980s to the present--including Mask, High Fidelity, The Sopranos and The Wrestler--that feature Springsteen's music on the soundtrack. Relating his thematic preoccupations with religion, the Vietnam War, the promise of the open road, economic disparity and blue-collar malaise, his songs color narrative and articulate the inner lives of characters. This book explores the many on-screen contexts of Springsteen's work from Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. to Springsteen on Broadway.

Book Shining Light on the Dark Side of Personality

Download or read book Shining Light on the Dark Side of Personality written by Peter Karl Jonason and published by Hogrefe Publishing GmbH. This book was released on 2022-07-11 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn which dark side of personality assessment to use and when Introduces different assessment tools Highlights the nuances between tests Presents the relevant psychometric properties Explores findings about human nature More about the book We encounter people who possess undesirable dark sides of personality at low levels in our day to day lives, whether it is the boss who acts like a jerk, a cheating partner, or a friend who rubs everyone up the wrong way. This volume explores the latest research on the assessment of the dark personality traits, including the dark triad of narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy, and more. The internationally renowned group of contributors provide a comprehensive, evidence-based overview of the personality traits currently being explored. Each chapter reviews two main topics. First, a particular measure used to study such traits is discussed. This section is geared to help the reader to understand how researchers in this area capture data on these traits and to best decide which instrument they want to use and when. Second, each chapter then details what the psychometric data on the test reveals about human nature, including topics such as sex differences, workplace behaviors, sexuality, and value systems. In this way, the contributors highlight how the convergence of research from various measures can provide a broad mosaic of information about people colloquially called psychopaths, narcissists, spiteful, Machiavellian, and sadists. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in test development and practitioners interested in the dark side personality traits.

Book American Taboo

    Book Details:
  • Author : Lauren Rosewarne
  • Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
  • Release : 2013-08-13
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 264 pages

Download or read book American Taboo written by Lauren Rosewarne and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2013-08-13 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: America's often-unspoken morality codes make many topics taboo in "the land of the free." This book analyzes hundreds of popular culture examples to expose how the media both avoids and alludes to how we derive pleasure from our bodies. Flatulence ... male nudity ... abortion ... masturbation: these are just a few of the taboo topics in the United States. What do culturally enforced silences about certain subjects say about our society—and our latent fears? This work provides a broad yet detailed overview of popular culture's most avoided topics to explain why they remain off-limits and examines how they are presented in contemporary media—or, in many cases, delicately explored using euphemism and innuendo. The author offers fascinating, in-depth analysis of the meaning behind these portrayals of a variety of both mundane and provocative taboos, and identifies how new television programs, films, and advertising campaigns intentionally violate longstanding cultural taboos to gain an edge in the marketplace.

Book Style and Emotion in Comic Novels and Short Stories

Download or read book Style and Emotion in Comic Novels and Short Stories written by Agnes Marszalek and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-03-19 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book builds on cognitive stylistics, humour studies and psychological approaches to literature and film to explore the emotional aspects of humorous narrative comprehension. It investigates how the linguistic features of comic novels and short stories (by, for example, Douglas Adams, Joseph Heller and Nick Hornby) can shape readers' experience of comedy, considering the ways in which moods, characters and the plot is used to trigger blends of positive and negative emotion. The book offers an approach to such features of comedy as dark humour, cringe humour and comic suspense, emphasising the relationship between humorous language and mental states which are typically considered serious. Agnes Marszalek's focus on the non-humorous side of experiencing comedy offers a key contribution to the study of humorous narratives. By investigating humour as part of a narrative world, this book moves towards addressing the complexity of the experience of humour in narrative texts, providing implications not only for the linguistics of humour, but also for those approaches to discourse comprehension which explore the affective side of engaging with texts.

Book Narcissists And Women

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  • Author : Robbie Conwright
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2021-07-16
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 80 pages

Download or read book Narcissists And Women written by Robbie Conwright and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-16 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Narcissists abhor and dread getting emotionally intimate. The cerebral ones regard sex as a maintenance chore, something they have to do in order to keep their Source of Secondary Supply. The somatic narcissist treats women as objects and sex as a means to obtaining Narcissistic Supply. Narcissists are misogynists, women-haters. Women represent sex, intimacy, and family and, therefore, threatening mediocrity. The narcissist divides all women into sluttish huntresses and sexless saints. He aims to frustrate and subjugate them.

Book Eros and the Shattering Gaze

Download or read book Eros and the Shattering Gaze written by Kenneth A. Kimmel and published by Fisher King Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This timely and innovative expose by contemporary Jungian psychoanalyst, Ken Kimmel, reveals a culturally and historically embedded narcissism underlying men's endlessly driven romantic projections and erotic fantasies, that has appropriated their understanding of what love is. Men enveloped in narcissism fear their interiority and all relationships with emotional depth that prove too overwhelming and penetrating to bear--so much so that the other must either be colonized or devalued. This wide-ranging work offers them hope for transcendence. Explores: Transcendence of Narcissism in Romance Men-s Capacity to Love Kabbalistic Mysticism Post-modern Philosophy Contemporary Trends in Psychoanalysis

Book Understanding and Loving a Person with Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Download or read book Understanding and Loving a Person with Narcissistic Personality Disorder written by Stephen Arterburn and published by David C Cook. This book was released on 2018-08-01 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you live or work with someone who has narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), you probably often feel put down. You feel ashamed of your own needs. Your relationship may feel so out of control that you wonder if you’ve lost your sanity. As a clinical psychotherapist for nearly thirty years, Patricia Kuhlman has worked with many people who have been victimized by another’s NPD. She joins Stephen Arterburn to explore: Practical tools to break the cycle of pain and find healing What narcissism is and how people become narcissists The most current research about NPD How to define, express, and establish personal boundaries A how-to, self-care program including sample responses to narcissistic behaviors Most importantly, Kuhlman offers validation, understanding, and encouragement. Being in relationship with a narcissist can be lonely and confusing. Find stability and truth in this practical guide.

Book An Essay on Science and Narcissism

Download or read book An Essay on Science and Narcissism written by Bruno Lemaitre and published by EPFL Press. This book was released on 2020-05-11 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scientists are often seen as meticulous and impartial individuals solely devoted to their study and the search for scientific truth. But a deeper analysis reveals that many of them are highly egocentric and sensitive to their public image and its associated privileges. Egocentrism, elitism, strategic media occupation and self-enhancement strategies are some of the first particularities that strike a newcomer to the academic world. An Essay on Science and Narcissism analyses the influence of narcissism, an important human personality dimension, on science. The central idea is that narcissism is an advantageous trait for succeeding in an academic environment. Scientists with a high ego are better at convincing others of the importance of their research and, as excellent networkers, they are well placed to exploit the different facets of the research system. In his essay, Bruno Lemaitre also discusses the psychological and sociobiological origins of narcissism and investigates the possible connection between narcissism on one hand, and dominance and short-term mating strategy on the other. The recent increase in narcissism in Western society and how this destabilises not only our society but also scientific practice is also discussed. This essay offers an alternative view of science by analysing the narcissistic personality: prevalent among leading scientists, but rarely placed in the spotlight.

Book Physical Aspects of Polymer Self Assembly

Download or read book Physical Aspects of Polymer Self Assembly written by P. R. Sundararajan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-12-12 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering an overview of principles and techniques, this book covers all major categories of self-assembled polymers – properties, processes, and design. Each chapter focuses on morphology, applications, and advanced concepts to illustrate the advantages of polymer self-assembly across industrial and academic research. • Provides an organized, comprehensive overview of polymer self-assembly, its fundamentals, principles, and applications • Includes chapters on block copolymers, amphiphilic polymers, supramolecular polymers, rotaxenes, polymer gels, dendrimers, and small molecules in polymer matrices • Focuses on novel applications, block copolymer assembly to nanotechnology, photonics and metamaterials, molecular machines and artificial muscle, gels that can be applied to polymer science, materials science, and nanotechnology • Examines state-of-the-art concepts, like lithographic patterning and foldaxane • Discusses challenges and future outlook of a popular and emerging field of study

Book High Fidelity  TV Tie in

Download or read book High Fidelity TV Tie in written by Nick Hornby and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-02-04 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wise and hilarious novel about love, heartbreak, and rock and roll from the bestselling author of About a Boy and Dickens and Prince Now a Hulu series starring Zoë Kravitz! "I've always loved Nick Hornby, and the way he writes characters and the way he thinks. It's funny and heartbreaking all at the same time."—Zoë Kravitz Rob is a pop music junkie who runs his own semi-failing record store. His girlfriend, Laura, has just left him for the guy upstairs, and Rob is both miserable and relieved. After all, could he have spent his life with someone who has a bad record collection? Rob seeks refuge in the company of the offbeat clerks at his store, who endlessly review their top five films; top five Elvis Costello songs; top five episodes of Cheers. Rob tries dating a singer, but maybe it's just that he's always wanted to sleep with someone who has a record contract. Then he sees Laura again. And Rob begins to think that life with kids, marriage, barbecues, and soft rock CDs might not be so bad.

Book Handbook of Personality Disorders

Download or read book Handbook of Personality Disorders written by W. John Livesley and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2018-02-15 with total page 1184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The leading reference on personality disorders and their treatment, this authoritative work is now significantly revised with 80% new material reflecting important advances in the field. Preeminent experts provide in-depth coverage of conceptual and taxonomic issues, psychopathology, epidemiology and longitudinal course, etiology and development, and specific diagnoses. Diagnostic issues are explored and available assessment instruments discussed. All available evidence-based treatments are reviewed in consistently organized chapters that cover theoretical and empirical foundations as well as clinical strategies, facilitating comparison of the various approaches. New to This Edition *Incorporates more than 15 years of major research advances; includes 21 chapters on new topics. *Critically examines DSM-5 diagnostic criteria. *Chapters on additional treatments--mentalization-based treatment, schema-focused therapy, transference-based psychotherapy, and systems training for emotional predictability and problem solving. *Chapters on dimensional models, longitudinal studies, and personality pathology in children and adolescents. *Chapters on specific diagnoses: antisocial/psychopathic, borderline, and obsessive–compulsive personality disorder. *Integrative section introductions by the editors. See also Integrated Treatment for Personality Disorder, edited by W. John Livesley, Giancarlo Dimaggio, and John F. Clarkin, which weaves multiple well-established intervention strategies into a systematic modular approach.

Book Dealing with a Narcissist

    Book Details:
  • Author : Debbie Brain
  • Publisher : Independently Published
  • Release : 2020-11
  • ISBN : 9781801156493
  • Pages : 136 pages

Download or read book Dealing with a Narcissist written by Debbie Brain and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2020-11 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are a victim of narcissistic abuse and you feel lost, afraid, and anxious all the time after a breakup from a toxic relationship, then keep reading. Has it been really difficult to deal with the emotional trauma from your narcissistic parents? Then, this is the book you need! This book intended to help you understand the nature of your toxic parents or narcissistic partner. Narcissism and codependency can lead to personality abuse and emotional trauma that can affect you deeply. When not properly addressed, the issues caused by the hidden abuse of narcissism can prevent you from realizing your full potential as a person. It can hinder you from leading the happy, fulfilling life that you deserve. Toxic relationships such as that of a narcissist have a debilitating impact. Are you sure you want to live life always doubting yourself? Is it okay for you not to have control over your own life? Are you forever going to give until there is nothing left for you? Don't let any user, taker, or self-centered individual ever dictate your life! Inside the book, you will find: The reasoning behind the self-absorbed behaviors of narcissists The kind of relationship you can expect from a narcissist How narcissistic partner abuse can lead to emotional trauma Tips and techniques on how to deal with a narcissist How self-care is the key to narcissistic abuse recovery Self-soothing and grounding techniques to recover from emotional abuse Tips to help a narcissist to change for the better And more! Even though you've never been able to fight against narcissism, now everything's about to change. If you haven't found the right book, article, or research yet that can help you on narcissism recovery, this is the one. This book contains tried and tested tactics on dealing with narcissism as well as recovering from its induced psychological trauma. It will help you better understand why your narcissistic mother or ex's treatment of you has always been hot and cold, and how this relates to their inner child self. Featuring easy-to-understand explanations of how the mind of a narcissist works, you can learn to spot and stop them in their tracks. Break down your mental barriers and rediscover a new you after the abuse and the trauma. Though your journey to healing is not going to be easy, rest assured you can grow and be a better version of yourself. So, why not crack this book today? Check it out and begin right away in practicing the methods on narcissism recovery as well as the tools for dealing with narcissists in the best way; "Narcissistic Relationship" can help you with that.

Book The Narcissist in Your Life

    Book Details:
  • Author : Max J Harrison
  • Publisher : Independently Published
  • Release : 2019-06-05
  • ISBN : 9781073696383
  • Pages : 190 pages

Download or read book The Narcissist in Your Life written by Max J Harrison and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-06-05 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: High self-esteem is a precious trait; however, some people take it a bit too far. Growing up, we've all been encouraged to believe in ourselves. Our parents would tell us that we're special, unique and that we can beat anyone at anything. It's all done with good intentions to build our self-confidence. Having healthy self-esteem is what powers us to take risks and weather the challenges we face in life. The problem occurs when that healthy self-confidence gets warped and distorted into something extreme; Narcissism. Explained briefly, narcissism is when someone admires themselves to the point that they don't care about anyone else. They always need to be the center of attention. This is based on the belief that they are better than everyone else they know and as such deserve constant praise or acknowledgment. In the narcissist's mind, he isn't the greatest thing since sliced bread; he is the sliced bread. Such an exaggerated sense of self-worth has a detrimental impact on the people around them. It results in emotional abuse and daily degradation of the other person's self-esteem. In this book, you will learn: - The concept of narcissism with the different types and subtypes - Why there are more narcissists than ever - How to identify the narcissists in your life and what are the warning signs - The best way to deal with the narcissist in your life. There are many great examples in the book with different scenarios in a variety of possible relationships, such as with your partner, parent, sibling, boss, or even your kid. - What are the triggers for a narcissist This book is a step by step guide on how to identify someone who has Narcissistic Personality Disorder and what do when you have identified someone like that in your life.

Book Psychopath Free  Expanded Edition

Download or read book Psychopath Free Expanded Edition written by Jackson MacKenzie and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Whole Again comes a significantly expanded edition of Psychopath Free—containing new chapters, updated content, and real survivor experiences—that will help you recover from emotionally abusive relationships with narcissists, sociopaths, and other toxic people. Have you ever been in a relationship with a psychopath? Chances are, even if you did, you would never know it. Psychopaths are cunning charmers and master manipulators, to the point where you start to accept the most extreme behaviors as normal...Even if it hurts you. All around us, every single day, human beings devoid of empathy are wreaking havoc and destroying lives in the coldest, most heartless ways imaginable. In constant pursuit of money, sex, influence, or simple entertainment, psychopaths will do whatever it takes to gain power over others. They hide behind a veil of normalcy, arranging their friends and partners like pawns in a game of chess. Using false praise and flattery to get what they want, they can lure any unsuspecting target into a relationship. Once hooked, their charming promises spin into mind games and psychological torture. Victims are left devastated and confused, unable to recognize—or even put into words—the nightmare that just took place. Written from the heart, Psychopath Free is the first guide for survivors written by a survivor, offering hope for healing and thriving after psychopathic abuse. Say goodbye to the chaos, self-doubt, and victimization. You are free.

Book High Fidelity

Download or read book High Fidelity written by and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 1070 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains "Records in review."