Narcissism

Entrepreneurial spirit is driven by a complex mix of personality traits, including narcissism and psychopathy. Researchers found that these dark characteristics predict entrepreneurial potential even when controlling for general personality factors.

A new study reveals that tweets expressing collective narcissism—a belief in a group’s superiority and victimhood—were central to the "Stop the Steal" movement. These messages went viral by tapping into deep-seated psychological needs for recognition.

Does a university degree protect you from fake news? Not if you have high narcissistic traits. New findings suggest that a need to feel special can make even highly educated people fall for conspiracy theories.

A new study shows that while narcissistic women believe they have high levels of the hormone estradiol, blood tests reveal no such connection. The findings highlight a gap between biological reality and self-perception.

New research suggests the relentless drive for perfection connects narcissism to obsessive-compulsive disorder. A study from Brazil finds that the gap between expectation and reality triggers significant mental distress in narcissistic individuals.

A new study highlights distinct psychological profiles for gamblers. While strategic players show higher rates of narcissism-fueled addiction, mixed gamblers are driven by the belief that they are personally lucky.

New research provides evidence that serial killers often harbor intense feelings of vulnerable enmity. The study suggests these offenders are driven by a complex mix of grandiosity and emotional fragility.

Not all narcissists are alike when it comes to sexuality. New research shows that while grandiose narcissism is tied to dominant fantasies, the insecure, vulnerable type is not.

How do you spot a narcissistic leader? Researchers have found a clue hiding in plain sight.

The social expression of narcissism may depend on internal stress levels. A new study suggests the body's physiological "wear and tear" can determine whether narcissistic traits lead to aggression or helpfulness.

What drives online trolls? A new study suggests a specific type of envy and a preference for certain media content may connect narcissistic personality traits to aggressive online behavior

Why do some people love both opera and street art? New research suggests a specific psychological profile may be at play.

A new study reveals what people imagine a narcissist looks like, generating two distinct faces based on either selfishness or vanity. While both were viewed negatively, the "vain" face was perceived as more competent, successful, and attractive, especially by other...

Narcissism has two surprisingly different faces: one is bold and grandiose, the other is vulnerable and hypersensitive. Both stem from a common core of self-importance, but their emotional experiences are worlds apart, challenging our most common stereotypes about the trait.

A recent study sheds light on how narcissists interact with the social world—not through their actions, but through what they choose to observe. The findings suggest individuals high in antagonistic narcissism prefer antisocial news and tend to avoid prosocial content.