Traits of Narcissism.

 Narcissism is a personality disorder characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a need for constant admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. While not everyone who displays narcissistic traits has a disorder, understanding the traits of narcissism can be helpful in identifying the disorder and seeking appropriate treatment. Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a formal diagnosis made by a mental health professional, however, not everyone with NPD will display all the same symptoms.


1. An inflated sense of self-importance: Narcissists believe they are superior to others and have little regard for the feelings or needs of others. They may boast about their     accomplishments, expect to be treated as special, and believe they are entitled to privileges and admiration. They may also have a grandiose sense of self-importance, exaggerating        their talents and achievements, and overestimating their importance in the world.


2. A need for constant admiration: Narcissists have a strong need for validation and attention, and they may become defensive or angry when their self-worth is challenged. They may     also have a hard time handling criticism or negative feedback. They may have a preoccupation with fantasies of power, success, beauty, and intelligence.


3. A lack of empathy: Narcissists have difficulty understanding or caring about the feelings of others. They may be exploitative in their relationships and may not be able to see things     from the perspective of others. They may also be insensitive to the needs and feelings of others and may not be able to form close, meaningful relationships.


4. A tendency to exploit others: Narcissists may use others to achieve their own goals and may not be concerned with the impact of their actions on others. They may manipulate     others to get what they want and may be willing to hurt others in order to achieve their goals.


5. A lack of remorse or guilt: Narcissists may not feel remorse or guilt for their actions and may blame others for their problems. They may have a sense of entitlement and may not take     responsibility for their actions.


6. A sense of entitlement: Narcissists believe they are entitled to special treatment and privileges, and they may be unwilling to accept responsibility for their actions. They may have      an arrogant and haughty attitude and may expect special treatment from others.


7. Difficulty forming genuine connections: Narcissists may have superficial relationships and may have a hard time connecting emotionally with others. They may be seen as arrogant,     and may be perceived as lacking in warmth, or compassion.


8. An intense reaction to criticism or rejection: Narcissists may react to criticism or rejection with anger, rage, or even violence. They may become very defensive and take any criticism     as a personal attack.


9. A tendency to be controlling: Narcissists may have a need to control others, and may be very possessive and jealous. They may not trust others and may have a hard time delegating      tasks.


10. A tendency to be impulsive: Narcissists may have a lack of impulse control and may act on their impulses without thinking about the consequences of their actions.


It's important to note that not everyone who displays some of these traits has a Narcissistic Personality Disorder, and not everyone with NPD will display the same symptoms. However, if someone consistently displays several of these traits and it causes distress to self or others, it's best to seek professional help.


Treatment for narcissism typically involves some form of psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or talk therapy. These types of therapy can help individuals with narcissism learn to recognize and manage their feelings of self-importance and to develop

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