What is an Introverted Narcissist?

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The introverted narcissistic pervert: In the age of social media, pretense is a big part of our lives. Retouching photos, using lies to be seen by others. The face reaches its climax and can be dangerous for its author and those around him.

What is an Introverted Narcissist?

The introverted narcissistic pervert is therefore a narcissistic pervert, but who does not externally reflect his true personality. He is an individual who has a pathological need to devalue others and mainly for his victim. He will be very manipulative to achieve his ends, however his personality will be a little erased. That is to say that his introverted character will above all cover his narcissism. He will pose as a person who does not wish to be exposed at all. But the goals of the narcissistic pervert remain the same.

The 10 signs to recognize an introverted narcissist

The disease of the narcissistic pervert is complex. However, certain signs can be observed in some people to draw a conclusion on whether or not they are an introverted narcissist. Recognize a narcissistic pervert goes through these signs:

  1. Passive-aggressive behavior: the types of people who possess this kind of character have real aggression and feigned snide behavior.
  2. Low self-esteem: They tend to compare themselves to others and make negative judgments of their bodies
  3. Suicidal thoughts or tendencies: without support, the introverted narcissist can fall into depression. It could tend to dark thoughts like suicide
  4. Hypersensitivity: Narcissistic narcissistic perverts are extremely receptive to criticism. They can therefore be hurt more easily by teasing or simple remarks.
  5. Uses aggression to protect themselves: as an introverted narcissist is sensitive, he systematically responds to teasing or other forms of expression that can reach them. The narcissistic pervert can therefore be angry.
  6. Difficulty integrating socially: fear of failure, fear of being hurt causes narcissists to stay in the background. His hypersensitivity is therefore a huge obstacle to his personal and professional development.
  7. Self-victimization: the introverted narcissist feels inferior and uses negative thoughts that fatally trap him in a vicious circle of victimization
  8. Cynical and sarcastic: one of the means of defense he uses to assert himself or defend himself is the use of more or less denigrating puns.
  9. Feeling of inferiority in relation to others: He compares himself to others and only values ​​his own person after having equaled or exceeded the one he is copying
  10. Low empathy: the introverted narcissist only cares about himself. He is very sensitive, but does not mind hurting others.

What are the characteristics of a hidden Narcissist?

A covert narcissist is more or less opposed to the overt narcissist by his pathological inability to not be able to externalize what he really is. Here are its features:

  • Difficulty conforming to rules or being under the command of an authority
  • Gives more importance to the external appearance than the internal
  • A tendency to isolate oneself
  • Initiates unreasonable goals
  • A strong sensitivity to criticism
  • Heightened anxiety
  • overestimates his abilities
  • Minimizes the success of others
  • A proven manipulator who plays on feelings
  • hate to lose

Why is an introverted narcissistic pervert much more dangerous?

An introverted narcissistic pervert can be dangerous to themselves and others because they mask their true intent to narcissistic perversion. 

  • The introverted narcissistic pervert harms one's own person, because he has some difficulty fitting into a social life. However, Man is a social being, this implies that his survival depends largely on his ability to interact in a society. The introverted narcissist has low self-esteem. It is therefore difficult for him to flourish socially.
  • The introverted narcissistic pervert will therefore use subterfuge to show off. And that, without taking into consideration the feelings of others, he is unsympathetic. The introverted narcissist is oversensitive to themselves, but disregards the feelings of others.
  • People who live with introverted narcissistic perverts may find it difficult to identify them and their misdeeds. It is possible that the manipulation reaches its climax before a person feels they are under the influence.psychological hold or not of an introverted narcissistic perverse.

Is a narcissist necessarily an introvert?

No, there are two types of narcissist, the overt narcissist and the introverted narcissist.

The manifest narcissist is a person who feels superior to others because of their own person or because of their professional achievements. In fact, an overt narcissist overestimates their abilities and accomplishments at the expense of their true worth. He needs to be recognized by everyone and does not hide this need unlike the introverted narcissist.

How strong is an introverted narcissist?

An introverted narcissistic pervert camouflages well. By isolating himself, he can be related to a simple asocial or shy person, however he can hide a serious personality disorder. He is not easily identified with extroverted narcissistic perverts, it may be an advantage for him, but in the long term, we can see that it is serious.

Can an introverted narcissist be cured?

Yes, an introverted narcissistic pervert can be cured, however there is no miracle cure for this disorder. But the healing of a narcissistic pervert goes through these steps:

  • One can recommend group therapies to cure this disorder. This first method consists of bringing together people with the same disorder. In order to help them to make them aware of their common problems.
  • Individual therapy can also be employed. But the latter can take several years of treatment before bearing fruit.
  • Seek family therapy is also possible. It is often in the family circle that the introverted narcissistic pervert is born
  • Seek help from a psychotherapist to identify the triggering factor(s) of the disorder is a second option

Bibliographic references on the introverted narcissistic pervert

Here is a selection of seven bibliographical references in French, of a scientific nature, on the theme of narcissistic perverts, with particular attention to introverted aspects:

  1. Racamier, P.-C. (1992). The genius of origins. Paris: Payot.
  2. Sirota, A. (2017). Narcissistic Perverts: Understanding, Outwitting, Overcoming. Paris: Le Manuscrit Editions.
  3. Eiguer, A. (2017). Narcissistic perverts. Paris: University Press of France.
  4. Hurni, M., & Stoll, G. (2003). Narcissistic perversion in couples. French Review of Psychoanalysis, 67 (3), 873-893.
  5. Masingue, A., & Janin Devillars, L. (2016). Narcissistic Perverts: An Organizational Reality? Semantic and Clinical Exploration of a Protean Personality Profile Encountered in Organizations. International Journal of Psychosociology and Management of Organizational Behavior, HS, 280-304.
  6. Legraverand, A. (2012). Narcissistic perversions: To an inappropriate question, an inappropriate answer!. The Journal of Psychologists, 302, 68-72.
  7. Calonne, C. (2019). Narcissistic perversion and psychological profile: scientific validations.

These references offer an in-depth perspective on narcissistic perversion, including considerations of profiles that may exhibit introverted traits.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the introverted narcissistic pervert, although less visible than his extroverted counterpart, represents a real danger to himself and those around him. Hiding his intentions behind an apparent discretion and an exacerbated hypersensitivity, he deploys manipulation mechanisms that are difficult to detect. Understanding his distinctive signs and particularities is essential to identify this complex disorder and consider appropriate support, both for the victim and for the individual concerned.

Cristina Balan
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