
Charles Derber
Charles Derber is a sociologist and author known for coining the term 'conversational narcissism' in his 1979 book, 'The Pursuit of Attention.' His work examines the dynamics of attention-seeking behavior in social interactions, particularly how individuals dominate conversations and the implications this has on interpersonal relationships.
Power1,544
Reach38,814
Country presence
Recent news mentions
Charles Derber coined the term 'conversational narcissism' in his 1979 book The Pursuit of Attention.
‘But enough about you …’ How to survive in a world of monologuists, interrupters and trauma dumpers | Social etiquetteThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-09-13



