Someone who always talks only about themselves – a narcissist or a person asking for help?

Each of us has encountered people in life who, during a conversation, talk only about themselves — their life, their problems, and their successes. They don’t ask your opinion, and even if they do, they don’t listen attentively. At first, we try to understand such people, but over time, this attitude becomes tiring, and we begin to distance ourselves from them. However, behind this behavior may lie complex psychological reasons.

Dr. Sohom Das: “A person who talks only about themselves may be lonely and insecure”

Dr. Sohom Das, a renowned forensic psychiatrist in the United Kingdom, shared his views on such individuals through his social media blog. According to him, sometimes this behavior may actually be a hidden cry for psychological help.

“Egocentric speech can sometimes be linked to low self-esteem, a desire to escape internal struggles, and a need for approval from others. These individuals try to mask their weaknesses through self-promotion,” says Dr. Das.

A fight for attention – a signal worth understanding

Such people often get used to being unheard by those around them. That’s why they constantly try to gain attention by talking all the time. If you engage with such a person openly and attentively, their behavior may gradually begin to change.

Also, communication with such people requires patience and understanding. Possibly, their need for conversation is an expression of inner pain and their struggle to find a place in society.

Depression – could be a hidden reason

According to Dr. Das, this kind of behavior may also be connected to depression in some cases. People suffering from depression often feel very heavy and disconnected from others. They might not fully understand their condition. Such individuals attempt to overcome their internal suffering through conversation, trying to feel even a little bit of relief.

Their constant complaints about life, frequent expressions of dissatisfaction — these are not necessarily attempts to gain sympathy or attention, but rather signs of a deep need to be heard, understood, and accepted.

What should we do?

When we interact with such people, instead of labeling them simply as “those who abuse our patience,” we might try to recognize their silent cry for help. A need is not always expressed with a loud voice. Sometimes, a person is crying for help merely by talking.

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