My condition of being better than you?
Narcissistic personality disorder
Symptoms
Have an exaggerated sense of self-importance
Have a sense of entitlement and require constant, excessive admiration
Expect to be recognized as superior even without achievements that warrant it
Exaggerate achievements and talentsBe preoccupied with fantasies about success, power, brilliance, beauty or the perfect mate
Believe they are superior and can only associate with equally special people
Monopolize conversations and belittle or look down on people they perceive as inferiorExpect special favors and unquestioning compliance with their expectations
Take advantage of others to get what they wantHave an inability or unwillingness to recognize the needs and feelings of others
Be envious of others and believe others envy themBehave in an arrogant or haughty manner, coming across as conceited, boastful and pretentious
Insist on having the best of everything — for instance, the best car or office
At the same time, people with narcissistic personality disorder have trouble handling anything they perceive as criticism, and they can:Become impatient or angry when they don’t receive special treatment
Have significant interpersonal problems and easily feel slightedReact with rage or contempt and try to belittle the other person to make themselves appear superior
Have difficulty regulating emotions and behavior
Experience major problems dealing with stress and adapting to change
Feel depressed and moody because they fall short of perfection
Have secret feelings of insecurity, shame, vulnerability and humiliation
Look like anyone you know? Try looking in the mirror
