How Narcissists Engage With Other People's Selfies
Briefly

The article explores the relationship between narcissism and social media behavior, particularly through the lens of selfies. With 35.6% of social media photos being selfies, narcissists tend to maintain an inflated self-perception by comparing their images to others'. Research by Jung-Ah Lee and Yongjun Sung reveals that personality traits can be predicted from the type of selfie individuals post, indicating that those high in agreeableness share more positive selfies, while narcissists frequently engage in self-promotion. The study utilized a survey of 319 respondents to assess their selfie behaviors and attitudes.
Narcissism manifests in social media through selfies, with narcissists using their posts to maintain an inflated self-view, engaging more in receiving likes and comments.
The study indicates that personality traits can be inferred from selfies, with narcissists particularly focused on self-promotion and seeking validation through likes on their images.
Read at Psychology Today
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