6 Signs Your Best Friend Is a Covert Narcissist

Covert narcissists are a subtype of narcissistic personality disorder characterised by their self-centeredness, lack of empathy, and an inflated sense of self-importance, often hidden behind a façade of humility and insecurity. While they may appear friendly and supportive on the surface, covert narcissists often struggle to form and maintain healthy relationships, including friendships, due to their underlying personality traits. In fact, research has shown that covert narcissists tend to experience greater difficulty forming relationships than other types of narcissists…