Warning Signs Of Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Often Act Demeaning And Intimidating

Narcissists often act demeaning and intimidating for a variety of different reasons. They may affect an air of superiority and self-importance due to their inflated sense of mental self-importance. They may also respond to concerns or requests in condescending, judgmental ways, rather than trying to understand the perspective of the other individual. Demeaning and intimidating behavior may also be an active manipulation tactic to get what they want without needing to work for it or to avoid taking responsibility for their mistakes. Some narcissists are loudly intimidating and seem to take up all the space in a room. Others are more subtle, though, and their behavior might be difficult to pinpoint. A narcissist might use passive-aggressive language with double meanings rather than confronting someone directly, and they may also use a mix of praise and insult to establish control over a situation or individual. Their goal may be to make someone feel like they're indebted to the narcissist without encouraging them enough to feel like they're good enough on their own.

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