Dr. Craig Malkin
Featured by Oprah’s Book Club in 2015, then ranked first in Oprah Daily’s 2023 guide to the best books on narcissism
Internationally acclaimed bestseller
Rethinking Narcissism
A whole new take on narcissism
Look beyond the stereotype—and spot trouble before you’re in too deep.
Critical acclaim
Named first among four recommended books on narcissism
“It will become a classic.”
Dr. Sue Johnson
Bestselling author of Love Sense & Hold Me Tight
“A book that will have readers rethinking themselves and, paradoxically, those around them.”
Publishers Weekly
Book review
“This is a true gem on the subject of narcissism.”
Library Journal
Book review
“Dr. Malkin’s reassuring tone and plethora of case histories offer considered advice and generous encouragement.”
Kirkus Reviews
Book review
“[A] fascinating book.”
The Independent
Book review
“Malkin, a therapist and psychology instructor at Harvard Medical School, takes a more inspirational attitude…”
The New York Times
Book coverage
The spectrum, not the stereotype
Narcissism exists in all of us. What matters is where we tend to live on the spectrum, how rigid our patterns become, and whether empathy and mutuality remain possible.
Rethinking Narcissism gives readers a more useful vocabulary for seeing those patterns clearly—without excusing harm or turning every difficult person into a diagnosis.
Echoism
Fear of seeming self-centered can make it difficult to voice needs, accept attention, or take up emotional space.
Healthy narcissism
The capacity to feel special enough to pursue goals while staying connected, curious, and empathic.
Extreme narcissism
Rigid self-enhancement, entitlement, and diminished empathy can erode trust, safety, and intimacy.
Around the world
International editions
A growing library of editions has brought the book’s spectrum-based approach to readers across languages and cultures.
Published translations View titles & languages
Titles and languages confirmed in HarperCollins’ international edition records
GermanDer Narzissten-Test
TurkishNarsisizme Yeni Bir Bakış
SpanishEl test del narcisismo / Reconsiderando el narcisismo
FrenchLe test du narcissique
ItalianIl test del narcisismo
DutchDe narcis-test
PortugueseO Teste do Narcisismo
Chinese · Simplified重新审视自恋
Chinese · Traditional了解自戀限度 / 自戀測試
Japaneseナルシシスト・テスト
Korean나르시시스트 테스트
RussianПереосмысление нарциссизма
PolishTest Narcyza
Also published
New York Times bestselling coauthor
Dr. Malkin is a coauthor of the New York Times bestseller The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump, a collection examining the psychological and public-health questions raised by presidential leadership.
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