Understanding and Exploring Narcissism: Impact on Students and College Campuses

• Main Author: Hudson, Emily J.
• Format: Others
• Published: Scholarship @ Claremont 2012
• Subjects: Narcissism; college students; Psychology
• Online Access: http://scholarship.claremont.edu/cmc_theses/381; http://scholarship.claremont.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1387&context=cmc_theses

"Narcissist" is a term that may be used lightly to describe or label someone that is self-centered. However, research that suggests a possible increase in narcissistic personality tendencies among college-aged American students has a very real and serious impact on society. The goal of this paper is to examine the evolution of the concept of narcissism and its detrimental effects on society. This will then be applied to the impact that narcissism has on college students and campus environments. It is important to note that individuals high in narcissistic traits encounter many problems including difficulties with interpersonal and professional relationships, and poor insight and self-awareness. Moreover, students high in narcissism are in danger of academic failure, especially in certain prestigious collegiate environments that are more likely to foster narcissistic tendencies.