What Is Narcissism?

The definition of narcissism is an excessive interest in or admiration of oneself. The DSM definition of narcissistic personality disorder is “a pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy.” According to Beth Pausic, PsyD, director of behavioral health for Hims & Hers, a person can have some narcissistic traits without reaching the criteria to be diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder. ...