Yes, and see how NPD just doesn't 'exist' in Europe
According to the European description, the ICD-10 Classification, Narcissistic Personality Disorder is "a personality disorder that fits none of the specific rubrics F60.0-F60.7"
Sheesh!
Whereas the American DSM describes my mother to a heart-stopping 'T'!
has a grandiose sense of self-importance (e.g., exaggerates achievements and talents, expects to be recognized as superior without commensurate achievements)
is preoccupied with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love
believes that he or she is "special" and unique and can only be understood by, or should associate with, other special or high-status people (or institutions)
requires excessive admiration
has a sense of entitlement, i.e., unreasonable expectations of especially favorable treatment or automatic compliance with his or her expectations
is interpersonally exploitative, i.e., takes advantage of others to achieve his or her own ends
lacks empathy: is unwilling to recognize or identify with the feelings and needs of others
is often envious of others or believes that others are envious of him or her
shows arrogant, haughty behaviors or attitudes[/list:u]
God Bless America!!! 
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