Challenging Personalities: Understanding Borderline & Narcissism with Robert Drozek (307)

Borderline and narcissism are often misunderstood—this episode separates myth from science.

Robert Drozek explores the science behind borderline and narcissistic personality disorders, separating common myths from current research. Together, he and Sue discuss attachment, trauma, genetics, parenting, evidence-based treatments, and why understanding these often misunderstood conditions can bring greater compassion, hope, and healthier relationships.

“Borderline is driven by a need to reconnect.” – Robert P. Drozek, LICSW

Time Stamps for Challenging Personalities: Understanding Borderline & Narcissism with Robert Drozek (307)

04:14 Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder

09:25 Exploring narcissism: Definitions and types

13:29 Vulnerable vs. grandiose narcissism

18:56 The Role of Trauma in Personality Disorders

22:25 Parenting styles and their impact on narcissism

27:14 Identifying narcissism in relationships

33:34 Treatment approaches for Borderline Personality Disorder

36:45 Challenges in treating Narcissistic Personality Disorder