What is Vulnerability and how is it related to Narcissistic personality disorder? The word "vulnerable" comes from the Latin noun vulnus, which led to the verb vulnerare and the adjective vulnerabilis. In English, vulnerable originated to mean physically wounded, but over time, the word has also come to mean defenseless against non-physical attacks. However, the definition of "vulnerable" varies considerably depending on the context.
Narcissistic personality disorder
Although externally visible symptoms of narcissistic personality disorder are not common, a patient with NPD may be prone to internalizing negative thoughts and behaviors. In addition, patients with NPD may be highly self-deceiving, able to dismiss the problems of others by crafting a compelling story about their own behavior. Fortunately, there are several ways to identify the symptoms of this disorder and receive effective treatment.
The characteristics of Narcissistic personality disorder are hereditary. The brain of a person with this disorder is less likely to develop the part of the insula responsible for emotional empathy. Other risk factors for developing the disorder include parenting practices. Children who are taught to love on conditional terms are at risk for developing narcissistic injuries. These children may also exhibit recurrent bouts of extreme vulnerability to criticism, especially if they have a negative experience with a parent.
Hyper-vulnerability to criticism
Humans are vulnerable. This vulnerability makes us open to being hurt. Moreover, we are defenseless against criticism. A vulnerable place is difficult to protect. For example, if the ozone hole were to close tomorrow, the ozone would remain vulnerable for another decade. Similarly, flies and youth are more susceptible to stress than older people. They may get hurt by criticism and become irrational.