 Self-importance, lack of empathy, and a constant need for praise and attention characterize narcissism. Narcissists may harm others for power. We'll talk about ego, relationships, and identification. What is Narcissism? Narcissists are grandiose, need praise, and lack empathy. Narcissists believe they deserve special care. They may abuse others for praise and attention. Narcissism can be taught, especially if a kid is constantly praised and prioritized. Remember that not all reared in such environments become narcissistic. Genetics, brain chemistry, and early events can also cause narcissism. Narcissism, real, entitled, or evil. Narcissism is a psychological disorder. Some narcissists are selfish or self-centered, but narcissism goes beyond that. Narcissists crave praise, attention, and lack remorse. They may be deceptive. These habits hurt egos and others. Narcissists merit our compassion and have deep psychological and emotional issues. Therapy can help narcissists change. Narcissistic relationships. Narcissism hurts relationships. Narcissists may have trouble forming long-term relationships due to their self-centeredness. They may struggle to empathize, causing conflict. Exploiting others can damage alliances. In romantic partnerships, narcissists may be critical, dismissive, and unresponsive. If their spouse doesn't measure up, they may become aggressive. Narcissists compete for respect in friendships. They may also be critical and unhelpful. They may work hard but criticize others and avoid cooperation. They may abuse others for career advancement. How to spot narcissism? Several signs point to narcissism. An exaggerated sense of self-importance, a lack of empathy for others, a need for constant admiration and attention, a tendency to manipulate or exploit others. Overconfidence. Narcissists often exaggerate their abilities. They may feel unique and expect others to like them. Arrogance and inconsideration may result. They lack of empathy. Empathy includes understanding and feeling others' feelings. To boost self-esteem, narcissists may seek attention and praise. If unappreciated, they may become irate. If you notice a pattern, beware. Help them get professional help. Are you narcissistic? The signs are identical. They include high self-esteem, a lack of empathy, a need for constant praise and attention, and a desire to manipulate or exploit others. Trouble with forming relationships may suggest narcissism. Do you fight a lot? Are you rude? Especially if you feel superior? Are you kind to everyone? If you suspect you might be a narcissist, expert help is beneficial for many reasons. A mental health professional can help you understand how narcissism affects your relationships and well-being. They can also help you design better relationships and habits. Mental health professionals can also help you learn care and understanding. Mental health professionals can help you build respectful, empathetic, and trustworthy connections. They can help a narcissist improve their life. Everyone deserves the opportunity to experience healthy relationships based on mutual respect, empathy, and trust. Hi, I'm Amy Golding, director of psychology for the Workplace Mental Health Institute. We hope you liked the video. If you did, make sure to give it a thumbs up. We have more and more videos being released each week, so when you subscribe, you'll get a notification letting you know when a new one's just been published. So make sure to hit that subscribe button and don't miss out on this vital information for yourself, your colleagues, and your loved ones.