The FULL TEXT of Sam Vaknin's classic, groundbreaking BIBLE of NARCISSISM and NARCISSISTIC ABUSE, now in its 9th revision. Tips and advice as well as the most complete clinical background. Narcissistic Personality Disorder and its effects on the narcissist, the psychopath and their nearest and dearest - in 100 frequently asked questions and two essays - a total of 680 pages! Updated to reflect the NEW criteria in the recent fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM).
Sam Vaknin Books
Sam Vaknin crafts insightful explorations into the realms of psychology, relationships, and philosophy. His writing is marked by a deep dive into the human psyche, dissecting the complexities of interpersonal dynamics and the motivations that drive behavior. He offers readers a thought-provoking perspective, often delving into the more challenging aspects of personality and interaction. Vaknin's prose invites contemplation on the intricate and often elusive nature of human experience.






Toxic Relationships
Abuse and Its Aftermath
How to identify intimate partner abuse, cope with it, survive it, and deal with your abuser: time-tested coping strategies, tips, and advice.
The Silver Lining: Moral Deliberations in Modern Films
- 210 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Moral deliberations and philosophical dimensions in modern films: The Matrix, The Truman Show, Titanic, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Best Offer, Last Tango in Paris, Avatar, Inception, Surrogates, Being John Malkovich, The Invention of Lying, The Beaver, The Place, and many more.
The Development Psychology of Psychopathology
- 70 pages
- 3 hours of reading
The preservation of this historically significant work is emphasized through its modern reformatting, ensuring clarity and readability for contemporary readers. By republishing it in a newly designed format, the effort aims to keep the content accessible for both current and future generations, moving away from traditional scanned copies to provide a fresh and engaging reading experience.
Financial Crime and Corruption
- 302 pages
- 11 hours of reading
The book has been preserved and republished in a modern format to ensure its significance is not forgotten by future generations. It features a complete reformatting and retyping, resulting in clear and readable text that is not derived from scanned copies. This effort highlights the book's historical importance and its continued relevance.
Das Buch untersucht den Niedergang der monogamen Ehe und alternative Lebensstile wie Swinging, Bi- und Homosexualität sowie sexuelle Paraphilien. Es analysiert, wie moderne Lebensbedingungen und soziale Netzwerke die sexuelle Exklusivität beeinflussen und Monogamie zu einer von vielen Optionen machen.