20 Characteristics of People with Narcissistic Personality Disorder

17. They are more prone to stress.

While people with narcissistic personality disorder may appear to have unlimited self-confidence, they are actually more prone to stress. A study published in 2010 revealed how narcissists become more physically stressed when performing before an audience, compared to less narcissistic people. Another study also showed how narcissists are more sensitive to everyday setbacks. This may be due to their hidden insecurities, making them less able to cope with daily stress. Moreover, since narcissists are dependent on others to boost their self-esteem, they also have a greater tendency to become socially stressed.