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Narcissists Mellow with Age, Study Suggests. A new study reported by the BBC suggests that narcissistic traits, such as a high sense of self-importance tend to mellow with age, becoming more empathetic and agreeableHowever, these traits don't completely disappear. The study, involving over 37,000 participants, found that those who were more narcissistic as children tended to remain that way as adults. Researchers identified three types of narcissistic behavior: agentic (craving admiration), antagonistic (seeing others as rivals), and neurotic (insecure and overly sensitive to criticism). The term "narcissist" is often misused as an insult, but clinically, it refers to a specific personality disorder marked by arrogance and selfishness. Although definitions can vary, common themes include an unshakeable belief in being better or more deserving than others. This study, published in the journal Psychological Bulletin, analyzed data from 51 past studies and found that narcissism scores generally decline with age, though the changes are slight and gradual. While some narcissistic traits can boost short-term popularity and success, they often lead to long-term negative consequences affecting both the individual and those around them, such as partners children, and colleagues. Social media has increased awareness of narcissism but has also led to confusion about its clinical meaning. Signs of being around a narcissist include constant drama, lack of genuine apologies, and shifting blame. Although narcissism typically reduces with age, the improvement is not dramatic, which has implications for those hoping for significant change in a narcissistic partner or relative. THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT