Is your partner narcissistic?

People always want to find the perfect friend or partner, a soulmate who seems to know everything about them. But this ideal picture of someone may break when they show their true colors, leaving you feeling cheated and wondering, "What if my partner or husband is a narcissist?"

The "Is my partner a narcissist?" test on Breeze Wellbeing.com is designed to help you assess whether your partner exhibits narcissistic traits or behaviors and how they influence your relationship dynamic. Of course, this test will not give you a formal diagnosis of your partner but rather a screening tool to identify red flags that may indicate narcissistic tendencies in your partner and your relationships.

Important: Narcissist test online can give you insights but are not a substitute for a professional evaluation.

Twenty questions comprise this quiz, which serves to evaluate:

• Self-perception: Whether they have narcissistic tendencies, including their ego, self-image, and sense of uniqueness.
• Relationships: The test examines how they interact with their partner and whether their behavior is manipulative, controlling, or exploitative.
• Superiority: If they believe in being superior to their partner, whether they put their partner down, seek control, or feel the need to "win" in conflicts.
• Empathy: A series of questions to get more information if they dismiss your feelings or seem indifferent to your emotions.

After the test, the results will indicate the likelihood that your partner is a narcissist and the potential tendencies they have.

For those who are curious about narcissism and want to know if their partner or husband exhibits any of the signs, this quiz is for you. If you're in a relationship and suspect the other person might have narcissistic tendencies, this test can help assess patterns of behavior (red flags like lack of empathy, manipulation, gaslighting, or control issues).

It's important to note that narcissism exists on a spectrum, and self-loving or highly esteemed people are not the only ones who are narcissists. There are common narcissistic traits that many people have, but only a professional can diagnose NPD.

Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a deeply rooted psychological condition where a person craves admiration, lacks empathy, and maintains a fragile yet inflated self-image. Their interactions with others are impacted by this disorder, frequently in ways that are manipulative and toxic, no matter if it's a male or female narcissist.

According to the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 6.2% of the population is diagnosed with NPD. [2] However, a larger number of them go undiagnosed, so the actual count might be greater.

A person with narcissistic tendencies is highly self-focused. To boost their self-esteem, they hold grudges against their partner and look for approval from other people, even if it hurts their partner.

One of the most common indicators of many types of narcissists is dominating the conversation (hogging). Their inflated sense of self is fragile and can easily be shattered by criticism or disapproval.

Here are some common 12 narcissistic traits:

• Fragile self-esteem
• Arrogance
• Difficulty accepting criticism
• Need for excessive admiration
• Grandiosity
• Trust in their incredible uniqueness
• Lack of empathy
• Exploits others
• Envy of others or belief that others are envious of them
• Absence of genuine relationships
• Constant toxic shame
• Obsession with success fantasies

Although a narcissistic partner may not exhibit all characteristics, the presence of five or more could be a cause for concern. To gain additional insights, complete the test.

A mix of genetics, early environment, and psychological factors shapes Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).

Research suggests that childhood experiences—such as excessive pampering, extreme criticism, or neglect—can contribute to narcissistic traits. [3] When children of narcissistic parents learn that their worth is tied to achievement, appearance, or control, they may develop a deep fear of inadequacy, masking it with grandiosity.

Genetic predisposition and differences in brain structure play a role, especially in empathy and emotional regulation areas. [4] Ultimately, narcissism is often a defense mechanism—built to protect fragile self-esteem from deeper wounds.

Here are quick tips on handling narcissists:

1. Your basis is the active improvement of your self-esteem. First, list your successes and areas of strength. Challenge negative self-talk and surround yourself with encouraging people who appreciate you for exactly who you are.
2. Engage in self-care activities to nurture your body, soul, and mind. Meditation can help regulate your emotions and practice self-care.
3. Get better in emotional intelligence. Learn to control and identify your feelings. While empathy improves your understanding of others, creating reasonable limits to guard your own is equally crucial.
4. Try Breeze. Your 28-Day EQ Healing Plan will help you increase emotional intelligence and foster closer, more satisfying relationships.
5. Learn interaction techniques. Learn interaction techniques. Often, your question is, "Why do I attract narcissists?" It's thus an excellent time to learn to see red flags in possible mates, such as too charming behavior or lack of reciprocity.
6. Prioritize relationships developed on open communication, trust, and mutual respect. Learn good conflict resolution, and don't hesitate to leave circumstances that don't benefit you.
7. See a professional if you feel there is more to discover and if past events have not been satisfying.

1. Ronningstam E Narcissistic personality disorder: a clinical perspective. J Psychiatr Pract. 2011

2. Stinson FS, Dawson DA, Goldstein RB, et al. Prevalence, correlates, disability, and comorbidity of DSM-IV narcissistic personality disorder J Clin Psychiatry. 2008

3. Ross AG, Giri S, Anyasodor AE, et al. Adverse childhood experiences leading to narcissistic personality disorder: a case report BMC Psychiatry. 2024.The Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. March 2015

4. Luo YLL, Cai H, Song H. A behavioral genetic study of intrapersonal and interpersonal dimensions of narcissism García AV, ed. PLoS ONE. 2014