Reflections About Classical Adlerian Depth Psychotherapy: Theory, Practice, and Life

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Tuesday, June 26, 2007

Generation Me: Increase in Narcisssism

The July/August issue of The Atlantic cites a new study claiming that today's children are far more self-centered than preceding generations. The researchers argue that this growing group of narcissists will have trouble forming meaningful relationships, tend to be materialistic, and are prone to higher levels of infidelity, substance abuse, and violence.

The university researchers are confirming what Adler stated seventy years ago about pampered and neglected children.