Narcissism and Romantic Relationships: Repetition Compulsion

Psychology Today | 22.07.2026 22:32
In Part 1 and Part 2 of this series, we discussed different dynamics related to neurotic narcissism that tend to hinder and undermine romantic relationships. Indeed, one of the most common problems psychotherapists see is a chronic and repetitive pattern of dysfunctional relationships. And each relationship eventually ends badly because of these same dynamics.