MRI's show that the prefrontal lobe has little activity or color in NPD's.
The brain.The brain.The brain.The brain.
MRIs have shown differences in activity in portions of the brain associated with empathy, as compared with non-narcissistic individuals. Narcissists have a fairly broad range of other emotions, but they are often shallow.
yes
No, amnesia is not a personality disorder. Amnesia is a loss of memory, often caused by physical damage to the brain, psychological trauma, or other factors, while personality disorders involve long-standing patterns of behavior that deviate from cultural norms.
of course they work on different parts of the brain, just because someone has a brain disorder doesnt mean their lives cant be made worse by a personality disorder
In the case of HPD, they don't know yet. In the case of APD, they're finding brain based and biological evidence of factors such as brain malfunction.
I would have to say both,as your brain is connected to your body.Genes make neurotransmitters (brain chemicals) which can be absorbed from your gut(think of antidepressant pills you swallow) & certain genes increase your chances of having traits of borderline personality disorder.Having a serious infection which you would probably consider a medical disorder can affect the brain,brain damage can affect personality,see Phineas Gage.
When both the brain and spinal cord are involved in an infection, the disorder is called encephalomyelitis
Research has shown a strong relationship between an individual with narcissistic behaviors and having a parent with similar tendencies. Other "causes" may be related to a dysfunctional childhood such as excessive indulgence, abuse or neglect. Genetics play a role as well as connections in the brain, and, the personality we are born with. NPD usually begins to make its appearance in early adulthood.
a
they are probably looking for alzheimers but this probably fits other diagnoses
The prefrontal cortex and limbic system are the main areas of the brain that influence personality. These regions are involved in emotional regulation, decision-making, and social behavior, which collectively shape an individual's personality traits and characteristics.