Casper Smart and Jennifer Lopez. Photo: FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Jane Greer, Ph.D. for GalTime.com
J.Lo is back in the news  and it isn’t because of her music. Once again it is her love life that is getting attention. The three-time divorced megastar might be having romantic troubles, something she has dealt with many times before.
Heather Locklear and Jack Wagner. Photo: Flynet UK/Flynetpictures.com
By Dr. Jane Greer: Marriage & Family Therapist, Author, Radio Host & Shrink Wrap Celebrity Commentator
No matter how talented, beautiful, or rich you are, none of those things are sure antidotes for misery.  Heather Locklear is a clear example of this. The Melrose Place actress was rushed to the hospital last week, reportedly because she mixed alcohol with prescription drugs, after her sister found her unconscious.  This newest crisis follows years of trouble and heartbreak including two stays in rehab, an arrest for a DUI, two divorces, and her more recent break up with Melrose Place costar Jack Wagner.  With all this in mind, it seems that Locklear’s latest episode might be part of her attempt to outrun her unhappiness, but unfortunately she doesn’t seem to be getting any traction.
Brooke Mueller and Charlie Sheen. Photo: Chris Hatcher / PR Photos
By Dr. Jane Greer, Marriage & Family Therapist, Author, Radio Host & Shrink Wrap Celebrity Commentator
People are still transfixed by Charlie Sheen. Â Some clinical speculation about his behavior has suggested the ravages of drug addiction or an untreated bipolar episode. Â While all of this may be true, to me, it looks like unbridled narcissism in full fury.
The go-to definition of narcissism is thinking only of oneself.  However, when you use the word narcissist you are really making a much bigger statement.  A narcissist is not only selfish but actually lacks the ability to think of anyone else.  Most narcissists are masters at turning things around so they’re the ones being wronged, and they make it appear that they are doing you a favor by letting you make it up to them.  They are typically self-righteous and have an exaggerated sense of entitlement that leads them to believe they deserve everything and more.  When they don’t get what they want, they get angry and their rage knows no bounds.