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Am I a Narcissist?

This quiz is based on the article Are YOU a narcissist? Psychologist reveals questions that will identify whether you are by Jessica Green.

When I accomplish something I'm proud of, my first thought is:
A - I'm proud of the work I put in, and I'm grateful it paid off.
B - I wish people realised how much effort and talent this actually took.
C - This is exactly the kind of success I expect from myself.
D - This proves what I've always known: that I'm simply better than most people.
When someone else receives recognition that I wanted:
A - I'm genuinely happy for them, even if I'm a little disappointed.
B - I can't help wondering why people never seem to notice my strengths.
C - It motivates me to outshine them next time.
D - I usually think they were overrated or didn't really deserve it.
In a close relationship, this is most important to me:
A - Feeling respected while offering my partner the same level of respect.
B - Feeling emotionally understood and reassured.
C - Feeling admired and appreciated for what I bring to the relationship.
D - Feeling like my needs and expectations take priority.
What I enjoy most about social media is:
A - Sharing moments and keeping in touch with people I care about.
B - Expressing parts of myself that people don't usually appreciate in everyday life.
C - Inspiring others with my accomplishments, experiences, or lifestyle.
D - Showing people what they're missing and reminding them how successful my life is.
If I walk into a crowded party where I don't know anyone:
A - I look forward to meeting new people.
B - I worry whether people will like me, but I hope I make a good impression.
C - I assume people will eventually notice me since I naturally stand out.
D - I expect to become one of the most interesting people in the room.
When someone gives me constructive criticism at work:
A - I consider whether I can learn something from it.
B - Even if it's fair, it bothers me more than I'd like to admit.
C - I usually explain why I made my decision and stick to it.
D - I question whether they're qualified to criticise me in the first place.
When someone hurts my feelings:
A - I try to understand what happened before reacting.
B - I withdraw and wait to see whether they notice they've hurt me.
C - I confront them directly because they should know they crossed a line.
D - I remove them from my life because people who disrespect me don't deserve another chance.
I think my friends enjoy spending time with me because:
A - We genuinely care about and support one another.
B - They appreciate qualities in me that most people overlook.
C - I'm someone they admire or look up to.
D - Being associated with me improves their own lives or reputation.
Looking back on past relationships, this best describes my experiences:
A - Every relationship teaches both people something.
B - I often felt unappreciated or misunderstood.
C - I usually wanted more from my partners than they were able to give.
D - Most of my ex partners simply weren't good enough for me.
This statement feels most accurate to me:
A - I know my value, but I know everyone else has value too.
B - I often feel like people don't recognise how much I have to offer.
C - I believe I have qualities that naturally set me apart from most people.
D - Very few people are truly my equal.
When someone sincerely apologizes after hurting me:
A - If they're genuine and change their behaviour, I usually forgive them.
B - I accept the apology, but it's difficult for me to trust them again.
C - It depends on whether they've earned another chance.
D - Once someone betrays me, they no longer deserve my time.
Complete this sentence: Most people would describe me as someone who...
A - is confident without needing to prove anything.
B - is often misunderstood despite having good intentions.
C - has high standards and isn't afraid to stand out.
D - expects excellence from others and rarely settles for less.

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