Do I Have A Narcissist Friend Quiz

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15 Questions | Total Attempts: 20452 | Updated: Nov 04, 2024
1. Does your friend trash-talk other people all the time, even your mutual friends?

No
Sometimes
Yes
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We all cherish solid friendships that stand the test of time. However, there are times when we find ourselves surrounded by friends who leave us feeling drained and inadequate. These individuals often dominate conversations with tales of their own li... see more
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2. How does your friend respond if you bring up any of their possible flaws or address something about them that bothers you?

Usually, they are good at taking constructive criticism
It depends; sometimes they are understanding, and other times they could be argumentative
They always feel under attack and try to turn it around on me
3. What does your friend do to your self-esteem?

Usually, my friend builds me up
I don’t think they do anything for my self-esteem, good or bad
I used to feel like my friend really built me up, but now I feel like they do everything to tear me down
4. Do you have a good time when you hang out with your friend?

Yes
Sometimes
I used to always have fun, but now I just feel drained
5. Does your friend think their way of thinking is the only valid way?

Not really
Sometimes
Yes, always
6. Do you think your friend perceive themselves as the best person in the world, despite the reality?

Not really
Sometimes
Yes, always
7. How does your friend react when they do something nice for someone else or the community?

I don’t really hear about it much
They make sure to tell me about it
They hold themselves up on a pedestal for the next several months so everyone can adore their superhuman generosity
8. Do you feel like your friendship is reciprocated or one-sided?

It depends; most of the time, I feel it is reciprocated
Sometimes I feel it is one-sided, but not all the time
I feel it is one-sided all the time
9. How do they react when you stand up for yourself?

They encourage me!
They usually get mad at me
They usually make a joke of it and laugh it off, saying, “you’re too sensitive.”
10. Do you think your friend is loyal?

I do
Sometimes
Only when it is in their interest to do so. For the most part, they enjoy other people’s failures or mistakes
11. How does your friend react when you achieve something significant or receive praise?

They genuinely celebrate my accomplishments
Sometimes they seem happy for me, but other times they might downplay it
They often try to shift the focus back to themselves or diminish my achievements
12. How do you feel after spending time with your friend?

I feel uplifted and energized
I feel a mix of emotions, sometimes positive and sometimes drained
I feel emotionally drained or negatively impacted
13. Does your friend frequently exaggerate their accomplishments or talents?

Not really
Sometimes, they might exaggerate a little
Yes, they often exaggerate or boast about themselves
14. How do they handle disagreements or conflicts within your friendship?

We discuss and resolve conflicts fairly and respectfully
It varies; sometimes they can be understanding, and other times they might get defensive
They often turn disagreements into personal attacks or refuse to acknowledge their role
15. How much attention do they give to your problems or struggles?

They are genuinely attentive and supportive
Sometimes they listen, but it feels like they are more focused on their own issues
They don't show much interest in my problems or often make it about themselves
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