In 2003, during my shadowing experience under psychiatrists and other allied professionals in a psychiatric hospital in Nairobi, I witnessed firsthand the hidden struggles of teenagers battling “panic attacks” and “episodes”, which are commonly used by teenagers to describe severe stress that manifests through physical symptoms. Some of the teens referred for assessment were so…

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is defined as a pervasive pattern of grandiosity (in fantasy or behavior), a need for constant admiration, and a lack of empathy. Research shows that narcissism exists on a spectrum, meaning not everyone with narcissistic traits has the…

You may know someone or perhaps you are that person reading this article. The one who effortlessly steps in, taking on roles at home, work, or family gatherings. You’re always busy working, organizing, or coordinating activities, and your tireless rescuers efforts don’t go unnoticed. For aeons, compliments and gratitude flow your way over zealously, akin…