The effect of overt and covert narcissism on self-esteem and self-efficacy beyond self-esteem

Narcissistic self-esteem or optimal self-esteem? A Latent Profile Analysis of self-esteem and psychological entitlement

“…Yet, the vulnerable narcissist still has grandiose fantasies, a tendency towards being exploitative and high feelings of entitlement (Bosson et al, 2008;Wink, 1991). Correlational research supports this conception of narcissism, finding a positive link between self-esteem and grandiose narcissism, and a negative link between self-esteem and vulnerable narcissism (Cain et al, 2008;Brookes, 2015;Foster et al, 2008;Miller et al, 2011;Pincus et al, 2009;Rose, 2002). However despite accounting for these distinct dimensions, there are still some inconsistencies in the literature.…”

Looking ahead through a fragile lens: Vulnerable narcissism and the future self

“…Another study using an undergraduate sample found certain grandiose features to correlate with optimism, while entitled and vulnerable features were associated with pessimism . With regard to perceptions of competence in achieving desired outcomes, grandiose narcissism has been linked with overestimation of agency and vulnerable narcissism has been negatively associated with agency and self‐efficacy (using non‐clinical samples). Given these preliminary findings, it would be reasonable to expect narcissistic vulnerability to be associated with constricted views of the future self.…”

Profiles and profile comparisons between Dark Triad constructs on self‐presentation tactic usage and tactic beliefs

“…Two separate studies revealed that narcissists (vs. non‐narcissists) believe audiences react more favorably to self‐promotion (Hart, Adams, & Burton, ) and believe that self‐presentation tactics are particularly useful for achieving goals (Hart, Adams, Burton, et al, ). Furthermore, narcissism correlates positively with general self‐efficacy beliefs (e.g., Brookes, ), suggesting narcissists might feel more self‐assured that they can execute self‐presentation tactics effectively.…”