Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) Test

Narcissistic Personality Disorder Test

Answer the following questions based on your thoughts and feelings.

A. I have a natural talent for influencing people.
B. I am not good at influencing people.
A. Modesty doesn't become me.
B. I am essentially a modest person.
A. I would do almost anything on a dare.
B. I tend to be a fairly cautious person.
A. When people compliment me I sometimes get embarrassed.
B. I know that I am good because everybody keeps telling me so.
A. The thought of ruling the world frightens the hell out of me.
B. If I ruled the world it would be a better place.
A. I can usually talk my way out of anything.
B. I try to accept the consequences of my behavior.
A. I prefer to blend in with the crowd.
B. I like to be the center of attention.
A. I will be a success.
B. I am not too concerned about success.
A. I am no better or worse than most people.
B. I think I am a special person.
A. I am not sure if I would make a good leader.
B. I see myself as a good leader.
A. I am assertive.
B. I wish I were more assertive.
A. I like to have authority over other people.
B. I don't mind following orders.
A. I find it easy to manipulate people.
B. I don't like it when I find myself manipulating people.
A. I insist upon getting the respect that is due me.
B. I usually get the respect that I deserve.
A. I don't particularly like to show off my body.
B. I like to show off my body.
A. I can read people like a book.
B. People are sometimes hard to understand.
A. If I feel competent I am willing to take responsibility for making decisions.
B. I like to take responsibility for making decisions.
A. I just want to be reasonably happy.
B. I want to amount to something in the eyes of the world.
A. My body is nothing special.
B. I like to look at my body.
A. I try not to be a show off.
B. I will usually show off if I get the chance.
A. I always know what I am doing.
B. Sometimes I am not sure of what I am doing.
A. I sometimes depend on people to get things done.
B. I rarely depend on anyone else to get things done.
A. Sometimes I tell good stories.
B. Everybody likes to hear my stories.
A. I expect a great deal from other people.
B. I like to do things for other people.
A. I will never be satisfied until I get all that I deserve.
B. I take my satisfactions as they come.
A. Compliments embarrass me.
B. I like to be complimented.
A. I have a strong will to power.
B. Power for its own sake doesn't interest me.
A. I don't care about new fads and fashions.
B. I like to start new fads and fashions.
A. I like to look at myself in the mirror.
B. I am not particularly interested in looking at myself in the mirror.
A. I really like to be the center of attention.
B. It makes me uncomfortable to be the center of attention.
A. I can live my life in any way I want to.
B. People can't always live their lives in terms of what they want.
A. Being an authority doesn't mean that much to me.
B. People always seem to recognize my authority.
A. I would prefer to be a leader.
B. It makes little difference to me whether I am a leader or not.
A. I am going to be a great person.
B. I hope I am going to be successful.
A. People sometimes believe what I tell them.
B. I can make anybody believe anything I want them to.
A. I am a born leader.
B. Leadership is a quality that takes a long time to develop.
A. I wish somebody would someday write my biography.
B. I don't like people to pry into my life for any reason.
A. I get upset when people don't notice how I look when I go out in public.
B. I don't mind blending into the crowd when I go out in public.
A. I am more capable than other people.
B. There is a lot that I can learn from other people.
A. I am much like everybody else.
B. I am an extraordinary person.
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Signs & Symptoms of Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Symptoms of NPD can vary, but generally include:

  • Grandiosity and Self-Importance: A belief in one's superiority and constant need for admiration.
  • Need for Admiration: Feeling entitled to special treatment and becoming upset when not praised.
  • Interpersonal Difficulties: Difficulty empathizing with others, forming shallow relationships, and using people for personal gain.
  • Sensitivity to Criticism: Reacting with anger or defensiveness when criticized, even constructively.
  • Emotional and Behavioral Patterns: Persistent feelings of emptiness and envy, along with arrogant behaviors.

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  • Grandiosity
  • Lack of Empathy
  • Need for Validation

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Diagnosis & Treatment of Narcissistic Personality Disorder

NPD is diagnosed based on clinical evaluations, behavioral assessments, and the criteria in the DSM-5. A licensed therapist can help identify NPD traits and work with you to understand your behaviors.

Psychotherapy (CBT)

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most effective approach for treating NPD. It focuses on:

  • Challenging distorted thoughts.
  • Improving empathy.
  • Learning to handle criticism.

Group Therapy & Support

Group therapy can help individuals with NPD improve their interpersonal skills in a supportive environment.

When to Seek Help for Narcissistic Personality Disorder

If you experience the following, it might be time to seek professional help:

  • Difficulty in relationships
  • Excessive need for admiration
  • Intolerance of criticism
  • Persistent feelings of emptiness

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