Insightful articile:
http://ezinearticles.com/?My-Experience-With-a-Narcissistic-Boss&id=569903It is difficult to identify a narcissist. It took me over twelve years to identify the underlying cause of this woman’s erratic behavior. Narcissists can be fascinating personalities. Only on close observation does it become apparent that the narcissist is selfish, self-absorbed, defensive, emotionally needy, and willing to step on everyone to achieve their goals. Because of the instability of the situation and the constant high tension and resulting stress, it is not uncommon for employees of narcissistic bosses to develop high blood pressure, anxiety, depression, gastro-intestinal problems, Post Traumatic Stress symptoms, and other maladies. For nearly fourteen years I watched my co-workers develop one or another of these conditions. Narcissists will never admit they have a problem or seek treatment voluntarily, and the behavior seems to get worse over time. I eventually learned to play the game with her to keep the peace until I could remove myself from her emotionally unhealthy workplace environment.
