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BPD with NPD traits?

User Profile: Xander28
Xander28 May 16th, 2024

Hi all.


I've known that I've had BPD since I was 21. I'm now 29.

I mostly identify with being a Petulant Borderline, but lately I've been deep diving into the possibility that I also could share some NPD traits.

Up until recently I haven't realized how much I relate to some of the symptoms of NPD. For example, since I've been promoted at work (I felt this way before, but never thought it could be narcissism) I do feel a sense of entitlement, feel like I'm better than my subordinates. I often fantasize about taking my boss's job because I think I could do a better job than her. When there's an issue, I often tell people how much I do for them but not getting anything in return, like I want them to see me as a good person, which I feel like I'm not.

I take criticism hardly and I don't like being questioned.

In my mind it's just pure chaos. I do feel some empathy, but only when it's a topic that I've personally been through. If I haven't been through something but someone else is telling me their story, I can't relate at all.


I only noticed these behaviours of mine, thoughts, thanks to *** and a bunch of research that I could have some NPD traits. However I haven't really found a credible article and it's hard to get therapy in my country, mostly because mental health is rarely discussed here and the options are also limited.


I know I need professional help to figure this out. But how many of you here on this platform have both?


Thanks.

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User Profile: Heather225
Heather225 May 21st, 2024

@Xander28

i don't have personal experience here but i'll give this a bump so others might see! good luck to you!