Narcissism In Romantic Relationships

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In a romantic relationship, both partners require emotional support and encouragement, which may prove to be a problem with a narcissist’s tendency to put others down. According to Ye, Lam, Me and Ng (2016), healthy relationships are often characterized by an equal give-and-take relationships between partners. Affectionate interaction also influences relationship satisfaction. Often, narcissists tend to use relationships as an easy way to gain affection, rather than to engage in a meaningful, supportive relationship (p. 375). However, the effects of narcissism on romantic relationships aren’t all negative. Ye et al. argued that the partner’s perception of a narcissistic individual is a central reason why relationships with narcissists are unhealthy