Narcissus Going Public: Pathological Narcissism and Reactions to Public vs. Private Exposure in Ego-relevant Events

Abstract Pathological narcissism implies a fragile self-view. The psychological effects of ego-relevant events in people high pathological narcissism, however, are still uncertain. study examined the on reactions to occurring private or public settings. Participants ( N = 410) completed measures narcissistic traits, and then they took part scenario-based experimental session. They were randomly assigned four conditions: ego-threatening vs. ego-fostering Self-esteem affective states before after manipulation measured. Results showed that vulnerable grandiose manifestations affect differently events. Vulnerable made particularly sensitive events, especially when Grandiose was linked reduction emotional responses Findings suggest self- depend prevailing manifestations, exposure has key role narcissism.