Self-absorbed and socially (network) engaged: Narcissistic traits and social networking site use |
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| Affiliation: | 1. University of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński in Warsaw, ul. Wóycickiego 1/3, 01-938 Warsaw, Poland;2. University of Gdańsk, Poland;3. University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Poznan Campus, Poland;1. Individual Differences and Psychological Diagnostics, University of Cologne, Germany;2. Social Cognition Center Cologne, University of Cologne, Germany |
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| Abstract: | Across two studies, the current research investigated how different dimensions of narcissism (grandiosity/agentic extraversion, entitlement/self-centered antagonism, vulnerability/narcissistic neuroticism) relate to social networking site (SNS) use and behaviors. Study 1 employed a community sample of young adults, whereas Study 2 examined college students. Participants completed assessments of narcissism and SNS use through an online survey. Grandiosity/agentic extraversion was generally associated with greater levels of downward social comparison relative to the other two dimensions. Entitlement/self-centered antagonism generally showed weak correlations with SNS outcomes. Vulnerability/narcissistic neuroticism was generally associated with greater upward social comparison and perceived social exclusion relative to the other two dimensions. Results suggest that SNS experiences may vary depending on the dimensions of narcissism. |
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| Keywords: | Narcissism Social media Social networking sites Active use Passive use Social comparison Social exclusion |
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