Narcissism is a psychological illness and a personality disorder. What we call ’narcissism’ in daily life has a different definition in psychology. Narcissism refers to an individual using the image of his own body as a sexual object. His sexual orientation is sexual, and he is himself, and he has a strong sexual desire for his own image. Usually the object of sexual desire is a mirror image, a photo, an imaginary self, or even a future or idealized self.
Maladaptive narcissism is a personality trait characterized by extreme arrogance and is associated with individual psychological and social maladjustment. People with maladaptive narcissism usually display negative narcissistic characteristics such as exploitativeness, a sense of privilege, vanity, and a sense of superiority, and are prone to negative emotions such as hostility, jealousy, and anger. Maladaptive narcissism is the opposite of adaptive narcissism, which is a personality trait with self-confidence as its core feature and is associated with good psychological and social adjustment of the individual. People with adaptive narcissism usually exhibit positive narcissistic traits such as leadership, authority, self-satisfaction, and self-expression, and are able to maintain positive emotions and high levels of self-esteem.
Maladaptive narcissism has many dangers, such as:
- People with maladaptive narcissism are susceptible to narcissistic injury, which is the psychological trauma caused by the gap between overly exaggerated expectations of one’s abilities, appearance, status, etc., and reality. This narcissistic injury can lead to decreased energy, emotional instability, and even rage and violence.
- People with maladaptive narcissism are also prone to causing harm to others, such as exploitation, deception, insult, jealousy, etc. These behaviors can damage their relationships and make it difficult for them to develop real intimacy and trust.
- People with maladaptive narcissism are also prone to problem behaviors, such as crime, aggression, callousness, etc. These problematic behaviors will bring them legal, social and moral consequences, affecting their normal life and development.
Therefore, maladaptive narcissism is a personality trait that is detrimental to the individual and society, and requires prompt professional psychological help and treatment.
This test is designed to assess your traits and tendencies toward maladaptive narcissism. Maladaptive narcissism refers to an excessive pursuit of one’s own superiority and egocentrism, as well as a tendency to lack concern and empathy for the needs and feelings of others. Unlike adaptive narcissism, maladaptive narcissism is often associated with interpersonal problems, emotional distress, and adjustment difficulties.
In this test, you will answer a series of questions about self-evaluation, self-centeredness, focus on others, and self-aggrandizement. Please choose the option that best suits your situation. Please answer the questions in a way that reflects your thoughts and actions as truthfully and accurately as possible.
In addition to the Maladaptive Narcissism Scale, we also provide other related testing tools, including NPI-16 (16-item Narcissistic Personality Index), NPI-56 (56-item Narcissistic Personality Index) and ANS ( Adaptive Narcissism Scale). These tests can help you gain a comprehensive understanding of your own manifestations and tendencies in relation to narcissistic traits.
After you complete the test, you will receive a score that reflects your level of proneness to maladaptive narcissism. Please note that this test is for informational purposes only and does not represent a professional diagnosis or evaluation. If you have any concerns about your mental state or need professional advice, please consult relevant professionals.
Let’s get started now and click on the Start Test button to learn about your traits and tendencies towards maladaptive narcissism. At the same time, we also encourage you to participate in other tests to gain a more comprehensive self-understanding. Good luck!
