The Narcissist Next Door: Understanding the Monster in Your Family, in Your Office, in Your Bed—in Your World

.span style = 'font-style:italic'>Time journalist and editor Kluger (The Sibling Effect) provides an in-depth look at narcissism and why it is becoming more prevalent in modern society. Clinically diagnosed narcissistic personality disorder occurs in only one percent of the general population but is becoming more commonly diagnosed. In addition, the author writes, individuals can exhibit narcissistic character traits without possessing the actual disorder. The "look at me" mentality is prevalent in today's culture, from the obsession with "selfies" to grandiose ramblings on social media sites—people have become preoccupied with sharing the minutiae of their lives. Kluger believes narcissistic behavior is related to childhood development as well as cultural attitudes. Narcissists are easily identifiable, and he provides numerous examples of such personalities that can be found in everyone's life.