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#278 - Professor W Keith Campbell - The Psychology Of Narcissism

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Guest: W. Keith Campbell

Notable books mentioned: Blueprint by Robert Plowman, The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli, The Narcissism Epidemic by Jean Twenge, The Coddling of the American Mind by Jonathan Haidt

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Blueprint

Robert Plowman

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The Prince

Niccolò Machiavelli

The host discusses the concept of the dark triad, which includes psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism, referencing Machiavelli's 'The Prin…

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The Narcissism Epidemic

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#278 - Professor W Keith Campbell - The Psychology Of Narcissism mentions Blueprint by Robert Plowman, The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli, The Narcissism Epidemic by Jean Twenge, and The Coddling of the American Mind by Jonathan Haidt with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Guest: W. Keith Campbell

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W Keith Campbell is Professor of Psychology at the University of Georgia's Franklin College and an author. Expect to learn what The Dark Triad is, how narcissists and psychopaths are linked, what social media's influence has been on narcissism, why you might want to increase narcissistic tendencies and much more...

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Blueprint

Robert Plowman

Best for Individuals interested in psychology and behavioral geneticsOften cited around narcissism and genetics

“I read Robert Plowman's blueprint last year, talking about the influence of genetics on everything that we do with regards to behavior.”

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Trigger: narcissism and genetics

For: Individuals interested in psychology and behavioral genetics

Key quote: “I read Robert Plowman's blueprint last year, talking about the influence of genetics on everything that we do with regards to behavior.”

The host mentions 'Blueprint' by Robert Plowman to highlight the significant influence of genetics on personality traits, particularly narcissism. They draw parallels between Plowman's findings and their discussion on how both nature and nurture contribute to narcissistic behaviors.

ASIN: 7521715500

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The Prince

Niccolò Machiavelli

Best for Individuals interested in psychology and social dynamicsOften cited around dark triad traits

“The dark triad of traits includes psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism, which is named after Machiavelli who wrote the book, The Prince.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: dark triad traits

For: Individuals interested in psychology and social dynamics

Key quote: “they're more manipulative, but they all share this core of antagonism or callousness or a willingness to exploit other people for your own ends.”

The host discusses the concept of the dark triad, which includes psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism, referencing Machiavelli's 'The Prince' as a foundational text for understanding manipulative behavior. This exploration highlights how these traits can manifest in social dynamics, particularly in the context of relationships and societal expectations.

ASIN: 1954839278

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The Narcissism Epidemic

Jean Twenge

Best for Researchers and mental health professionalsOften cited around narcissism and social media

“Jean Twenge and I wrote a book called the narcissism epidemic, like a decade ago into 2000, into the great recession.”

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Trigger: narcissism and social media

For: Researchers and mental health professionals

Key quote: “So my guess is there's a lot going on here.”

The host discusses the relationship between social media and narcissism, referencing the book 'The Narcissism Epidemic' to highlight how social media can reinforce narcissistic behaviors. They also touch on the negative effects social media has on vulnerable individuals, particularly teenage girls, who may experience anxiety and depression due to social comparison.

ASIN: 1416575995

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The Coddling of the American Mind

Jonathan Haidt

Best for Parents and educators concerned about youth mental healthOften cited around social media and narcissism

“Jonathan Haidt's work on that in The Coddling of the American Mind was so scary.”

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Trigger: social media and narcissism

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Key quote: “Jonathan Haidt's work on that in The Coddling of the American Mind was so scary.”

The host discusses the impact of social media on narcissism and mental health, referencing Jonathan Haidt's work in 'The Coddling of the American Mind.' They highlight a concerning correlation between the rise of Instagram and increased anxiety and depression among teenage girls.

ASIN: 0735224919

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Meditations

Marcus Aurelius

Best for Individuals seeking personal growth and understanding in a chaotic world.Often cited around social media engagement

“Copies of meditation sold out at the beginning of 2020. Sold out. Couldn't get them on Amazon. That's selling a book out.”

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For: Individuals seeking personal growth and understanding in a chaotic world.

Key quote: “Copies of meditation sold out at the beginning of 2020.”

The host mentions 'Meditations' by Marcus Aurelius to highlight the growing interest in stoicism as a response to societal isolation and the search for meaning. He connects this interest to a broader trend of people seeking structure and belonging in a rapidly changing world.

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