Female narcissists, like their male counterparts, have a personality disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, a constant need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. They share many traits with male narcissists, but their expressions of narcissism may manifest differently due to societal and cultural expectations.
Just like male narcissists, female narcissists seek to satisfy their insatiable need for attention, admiration, and validation. They desire to be seen as special, unique, and superior to others. However, the specific wants and goals of female narcissists can vary depending on individual personality traits and life experiences.
Some common traits and desires of female narcissists may include:
Attention and Admiration: Female narcissists crave attention from others and want to be admired, praised, and recognized for their supposed exceptional qualities or achievements.
External Validation: They seek constant validation from others to boost their fragile self-esteem and self-worth.
Control and Manipulation: Female narcissists may desire control over their relationships and situations to ensure they get what they want and maintain a sense of power and superiority.
Envy and Competition: They may feel intense envy towards others who they perceive as more successful or attractive and may engage in competitive behaviors to maintain their self-perceived superiority.
Exploitation of Others: Narcissists, regardless of gender, often use and exploit others to meet their needs and may have little regard for the feelings or well-being of those around them.
Idealization and Devaluation: Female narcissists may engage in a pattern of idealizing people when they serve their needs and devaluing them when they no longer provide the desired admiration or validation.
Validation of their Appearance: Some female narcissists may be particularly focused on their physical appearance and use it as a means of gaining attention and admiration.
It is important to note that not all women exhibit narcissistic traits, and narcissism exists on a spectrum. Additionally, individuals may display narcissistic tendencies without necessarily meeting the criteria for a full-blown narcissistic personality disorder.
Dealing with a female narcissist in any relationship can be challenging and emotionally draining. If you suspect that you or someone you know is dealing with a narcissist, seeking support from a therapist or counselor experienced in personality disorders can be helpful in understanding and navigating such relationships.