Narcissistic Women: What You Need to Know

Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a mental condition in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for admiration¹, and a lack of empathy for others². While NPD can affect anyone, it is more common in men than women.

However, there are still many narcissistic women out there. And while they may not all be diagnosed with NPD, they can still be very difficult to deal with.

In this blog post, we will take a look at some of the key characteristics of narcissistic women, as well as how to identify and deal with them.

Characteristics of narcissistic women

Narcissistic women often have the following characteristics:

They have an inflated sense of their own importance and self-worth.
They have a deep need for admiration and attention.
They lack empathy for others.
They are often manipulative and controlling.
They have difficulty taking criticism.
They are often jealous and envious of others.
They may have a history of failed relationships.
How to identify narcissistic women

If you are wondering if a woman in your life is narcissistic, there are a few things you can look for:

Does she constantly put herself down, even when she is being complimented?
Does she always need to be the center of attention?
Does she have a hard time taking criticism?
Does she often make excuses for her bad behavior?
Does she blame others for her problems?
Does she have a hard time apologizing?
Does she seem to lack empathy for others?

If you answered yes to several of these questions, it is possible that the woman in your life is narcissistic.

How to deal with narcissistic women

If you are dealing with a narcissistic woman, it is important to remember that she is not likely to change her behavior. However, there are a few things you can do to cope:

Set boundaries. It is important to set clear boundaries with narcissistic women. Let them know what you are willing to tolerate and what you are not.
Don’t take it personally. When a narcissistic woman criticizes you or puts you down, don’t take it personally. Remember that she is just trying to boost her own ego.
Don’t try to argue with her. It is pointless to argue with a narcissistic woman. She will never see things from your perspective.
Don’t try to change her. As mentioned above, narcissistic women are not likely to change their behavior. So don’t waste your time trying to make her see things your way.
Seek support. If you are dealing with a narcissistic woman, it is important to have a support system in place. Talk to friends, family, or a therapist about what you are going through.

It is also important to remember that you are not alone. Millions of people deal with narcissistic women every day. If you are struggling to cope, please reach out for help.

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