Narcissistic
Narcissistic
Narcissistic (pronunciation: /ˌnɑːrsɪˈsɪstɪk/) is an adjective that describes a person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves. The term is derived from the Greek myth of Narcissus, a handsome young man who fell in love with his own reflection.
Etymology
The term "narcissistic" comes from the Greek myth of Narcissus, a young man known for his beauty. According to the myth, Narcissus was so infatuated with his own reflection in a pool of water that he fell in and drowned. The term was later adopted in psychology to describe a personality disorder characterized by self-centeredness, a lack of empathy, and an excessive need for admiration.
Related Terms
- Narcissism: The pursuit of gratification from vanity or egotistic admiration of one's idealised self-image and attributes.
- Narcissistic Personality Disorder: 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.
- Narcissistic Abuse: A form of emotional abuse projected by a narcissist on to another individual, typically a partner.
- Narcissistic Supply: A psychological concept which describes a type of admiration, interpersonal support or sustenance drawn by an individual from his or her environment and essential to their self-esteem or self-worth.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Narcissistic
- Wikipedia's article - Narcissistic
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