Instant Alert: 7 habits of narcissists on Instagram

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   7 habits of narcissists on Instagram by Shana Lebowitz on Jan 9, 2018, 9:59 AM Advertisement According to a recent study, narcissists tend to follow other narcissists on Instagram. Generally, says the study, which will be published in a forthcoming issue of the journal Computers in Human Behavior, we see Instagram users who post selfies and "groupies" as more narcissistic than people who post photos taken by others. But when certain types of narcissists see selfies and groupies, they evaluate the posters in a more positive light. That's just one of a series of habits scientists have documented among narcissistic Instagram users in the last few years. Below, we've rounded up some of those key behaviors. SEE ALSO: 5 ways narcissism makes people stronger, smarter, and more successful 'Grandiose' narcissists post photos of their progress toward health and fitness goals A 2016 study published in the journal Social Networking recruited Instagram users under age 26 and had them complete the Five Factor Narcissism Inventory. Results showed that "grandiose" narcissists — who are typically extroverted and attention-seeking — are more likely to post photos emphasizing their physical appearance. Specifically, they post photos highlighting their progress toward health and fitness goals. 'Vulnerable' narcissists request followers That same 2016 study found "vulnerable" narcissists — who are typically more introverted and hypersensitive — are more likely than others to request followers on Instagram. For example, they might post "#followforfollow." Narcissists use Instagram to look cool Narcissists use Instagram primarily to look cool. That's according to a 2016 study published in the journal Computers in Human Behavior. For the study, 239 undergrads who were active Instagram were measured on the Hypersensitive Narcissism Scale and asked about their motivations for using Instagram. The authors write: "Narcissists can post and manipulate specific photos to make themselves and their lives appear to be a certain way. Instagram appeals to narcissists, because many interactions on it are 'surfacy' or 'shallow.'" See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network:    Email sent to: nguyenvu1187.love5@blogger.com   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011