Unravel the enigma of narcissism as we delve into the paradoxical world of self-love and self-hate. Prepare to challenge your preconceptions and discover the surprising truth that lies beneath the surface of narcissistic behavior.

Some narcissists are just compensating for their deep-set insecurities

Others are out-and-out psychopaths

  • A new academic study suggests narcissism is born of self-loathing
  • “Narcissism is better understood as a compensatory adaptation to overcome and cover up negative self-worth”
  • Pretending you are more important or more successful than you are

How was the study carried out?

By asking more than 300 students to fill in a questionnaire about themselves

  • The questions were designed to separate the troubled “narcissists” (self-boosting boasters) from the out-and-out psychopaths
  • Grandiose narcissists believe what they’re saying
  • Vulnerable narcissists don’t believe it
  • Narcissists proper are psychopaths seeking power
  • Psychopaths seek status
  • A tighter definition of narcissism is needed

Do say: “I can’t decide if you’re a narcissist or a full-blown psychopath.”

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