Pathological lying is a controversial topic without a precise psychiatric definition, but is commonly described as a habit of lying to get one’s way without considering the feelings or rights of others. It is often seen as an indication of psychological disorders such as antisocial personality disorder and narcissistic personality disorder. Confronting a pathological liar […]
Pathological gambling is an addiction that causes a person to be unable to resist the urge to gamble, leading to negative consequences such as loss of work and family commitments, legal issues, and mental health problems. The addiction often starts with recreational gambling and can lead to betting on all sorts of outcomes and playing […]
Anatomical pathology is the study of anatomical specimens to understand disease and death. It involves examining biopsy samples, bodies of murder victims, and autopsy pathology. Anatomical pathologists attend medical school and complete a residency in general pathology. There are subspecialties in the field, such as neuropathology and cytopathology. The goal is to examine specimens and […]
Pathological narcissism is a severe form of narcissism that can harm the sufferer’s life. It is diagnosed when narcissistic traits make a normal lifestyle impossible. Narcissists often lack empathy and struggle to maintain healthy relationships, and the disorder may stem from a lack of normal bonding with caregivers. Narcissists are often unaware of their condition […]
