Psychology Today | 08.12.2025 21:56
Narcissism is defined as a self-centered personality style characterized as having an excessive preoccupation with oneself and one’s own needs. The term is named after the Greek mythological figure Narcissus, who fell in love with his own reflection and withered away in despair because his reflection could not love him back1. Colloquially, you have probably heard someone you know describe their boss or former romantic partner as a narcissist. At extreme levels, narcissism is classified as a clinical personality disorder that can be diagnosed by a professional.
