Narcissistic personality disorder — one of several types of personality disorders — is a mental condition in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships, and a lack of empathy for others. But behind this mask of extreme confidence lies a fragile self-esteem that's vulnerable to the slightest criticism.
A narcissistic personality disorder causes problems in many areas of life, such as relationships, work, school, or financial affairs. People with narcissistic personality disorder may be generally unhappy and disappointed when they're not given the special favors or admiration they believe they deserve. They may find their relationships unfulfilling, and others may not enjoy being around them.
Plus, when someone is wondering if they're dating a narcissist, they generally aren't thinking, "Do they have NPD?" They're wondering if how they're being treated is healthy and sustainable in the long run. While we strongly encourage you to avoid diagnosing your partner in conversation, we have teamed up with the dating blog The Single Society to do some extensive research on how to identify whether not there is a possibility you may be in a relationship with someone who possesses narcissistic tendencies – and if so – we DO encourage you to remove yourself from a toxic situation!
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