Support for war is associated with narcissistic personality traits
[ad_1] Stay informed on the latest psychology and neuroscience research—follow PsyPost on LinkedIn for daily updates and insights. A recent study conducted in Poland has revealed how different forms of narcissism relate to people’s views and intentions about war and peace. The researchers discovered that certain narcissistic traits align with more accepting attitudes toward war. The findings were published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences. Narcissism is a personality trait that describes an inflated sense of self-importance and a desire for recognition and admiration. Grandiose narcissism can be divided into four types: admiration, rivalry, sanctity, and heroism. Admiration focuses on seeking status and uniqueness. Rivalry is more aggressive, focusing on putting others down and seeing them as threats. Sanctity relates to seeing oneself as deeply moral and kind, while heroism focuses on being a protector and savior within a group. The researchers wanted to understand how these four types relate to the belief that war can be acceptable or desirable, and to the belief that peace should be promoted and preserved. The researchers conducted …