Signs of Narcissism in Healthcare

In this episode, we delved into the origins and dynamics of the punitive superego, intricately linked with perfectionism, grandiosity and narcissism. Drawing on Bion's (renowned psychoanalyst) theory of beta and alpha functioning, we illuminated how individuals may project inner conflicts onto external authorities, creating a fear of punitive consequences. By detailing the nuanced interplay between perfectionism, punitive superegos, and Bion's conceptual framework, we attempted to demon...