Personality Test Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Question 1

Which of the following is a core diagnostic criterion for Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) according to the DSM-5?

Accepted Answer

Grandiose sense of self-importance

Answer

A grandiose sense of self-importance — expecting recognition as superior without commensurate achievements — is a hallmark DSM-5 criterion for NPD.

Question 2

In NPD, 'lack of empathy' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Unwillingness or inability to recognize others' feelings and needs

Answer

NPD involves a pervasive inability or unwillingness to acknowledge others' emotional experiences, contributing to exploitative relationships.

Question 3

The term 'narcissistic supply' in clinical literature refers to:

Accepted Answer

Attention and admiration that individuals with NPD seek from others

Answer

Narcissistic supply is the admiration, validation, and attention that individuals with NPD seek to maintain their inflated self-image.

Question 4

Which prevalence estimate best reflects NPD in the general US population?

Accepted Answer

1–6%

Answer

Studies estimate NPD prevalence in the general population at approximately 1–6%, with higher rates in clinical and forensic settings.

Question 5

The DSM-5 requires how many of the nine NPD criteria to be met for a diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

DSM-5 requires the presence of five or more of the nine listed criteria for an NPD diagnosis.

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