The research was published in Psychological Science. Collective narcissism is a form of narcissism in which individuals hold an inflated belief in the superiority and exceptionalism of their own ...

People high in national narcissism seek validation for their nation’s greatness but often feel this recognition is lacking. This unmet expectation can lead to social isolation.

“Central to this phenomenon is political collective narcissism, characterized by an inflated sense of superiority about one’s ...