Are you a narcissist, or are you simply a self-confident, self-assured, highly assertive, success-oriented person?
At times, it can be hard to draw the line between the two. This test is designed to help you distinguish signs of healthy narcissism — yes, there is such a thing! — from destructive narcissism.
Also see this visual representation of Narcissism vs. Self-Esteem and try this quiz to measure your sense of entitlement.
Important: This test is for educational purposes only and should not be used to draw conclusions about your mental health or emotional state.
1. At some point in your life, you experienced a devastating emotional trauma that almost destroyed you emotionally, and you built an invisible barrier between yourself and other people.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
2. You dislike personal questions about your emotional state.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
3. You are not married or in a relationship because you think no one you have met so far deserves you.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
4. It is important for you to be associated with high-status people.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
5. You avoid people who are more successful than you.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
6. You would rather be admired than liked.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
7. You expect preferential treatment wherever you go.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
8. You spend a lot of time staring at yourself in the mirror.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
9. You think many people envy you.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
10. You know you are arrogant, but you embrace it and have no plans to change.
Agree
Agree slightly
Disagree
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