Overt Narcissism Assessment Form
- Parita Sharma
- Feb 13
- 3 min read
Instructions: Please rate each statement based on how often the behavior is observed in the individual being assessed.
Scale:0 - Never1 - Rarely2 - Sometimes3 - Often4 - Always
Section 1: Grandiosity and Self-Importance
Has an exaggerated sense of self-importance.
Believes they are superior to others and should be recognized as such.
Expects special treatment due to their perceived uniqueness.
Talks excessively about their achievements and talents.
Acts as though they are above rules and expectations that apply to others.
Section 2: Need for Excessive Admiration
Seeks constant praise, attention, or validation.
Becomes upset or irritated if they feel ignored or unappreciated.
Exaggerates accomplishments to gain admiration.
Uses social media or public platforms to showcase superiority.
Surrounds themselves with people who constantly affirm their greatness.
Section 3: Entitlement and Exploitation
Expects others to cater to their needs without question.
Uses others for personal gain without considering their well-being.
Feels they deserve privileges or benefits without having to earn them.
Takes credit for others' work or contributions.
Believes others exist primarily to serve their needs.
Section 4: Lack of Empathy
Has difficulty recognizing or understanding others’ emotions.
Dismisses or minimizes the feelings of others.
Acts indifferent to the suffering or struggles of others.
Views relationships as transactional rather than emotional connections.
Struggles to offer genuine emotional support.
Section 5: Arrogance and Superiority
Frequently looks down on others or considers them inferior.
Speaks condescendingly to those they perceive as less successful.
Shows little interest in learning from others.
Dismisses feedback or constructive criticism.
Assumes their opinions are the only correct ones.
Section 6: Intolerance to Criticism
Reacts with anger or defensiveness when confronted with flaws.
Refuses to acknowledge mistakes or personal shortcomings.
Holds grudges against those who challenge them.
Twists facts to avoid admitting fault.
Blames others for their own failures.
Section 7: Dominance and Control
Interrupts or dominates conversations.
Becomes aggressive or dismissive when challenged.
Insists on having the final say in all situations.
Uses intimidation or manipulation to get their way.
Displays jealousy when others receive recognition or success.
Section 8: Superficial Relationships
Forms relationships based on what others can offer them.
Struggles to maintain deep, long-term connections.
Discards people once they are no longer useful.
Feigns interest in others when it benefits them.
Shows little loyalty to friends or colleagues.
Section 9: Competitiveness and Envy
Feels threatened by others' accomplishments.
Downplays or dismisses others’ successes.
Constantly compares themselves to others.
Enjoys seeing others fail or struggle.
Becomes frustrated when others receive more attention or praise.
Section 10: Externalizing Blame and Playing the Victim
Blames others for their mistakes or shortcomings.
Avoids taking responsibility for their actions.
Plays the victim to gain sympathy or manipulate others.
Accuses others of being jealous or unfair.
Alters facts or reality to maintain a favorable image.
Scoring & Interpretation
Total Score: _____ / 200
0 - 20: Low likelihood of overt narcissism.
21 - 40: Some narcissistic traits, but not extreme.
41 - 60: Moderate overt narcissism, may cause interpersonal difficulties.
61 - 80: High overt narcissism, significant relational and behavioral challenges.
81 - 100: Severe overt narcissism, strong indication of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).
Clinical Considerations:
If the individual scores above 60, their behaviors may lead to difficulties in relationships, work, and social settings.
Scores above 80 suggest a strong presence of overt narcissistic traits, which may warrant further psychological evaluation.
This assessment does not diagnose NPD but helps identify patterns that may require professional attention.
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