Narcissistic Collusion in the Treatment of Adolescent Conduct Disorders Who Present With Parasuicide

This article deals with the prevention & treatment of conduct disorders & attempted suicide in children & adolescents. The author has found that narcissistic collusion is a useful approach in initial contact as this type of patient is usually so alienated from societal values that he cannot establish a bond with anyone who insists on conventional values. To accomplish this, sympathetic concern is demonstrated initially & other therapeutic approaches are avoided until a bond is created. (NBB)