Ever wondered if that friend, co-worker or ex might topple into full-blown narcissist territory? According to criminal psychologist Dr. Julia Shaw, there’s one surprisingly simple question that might reveal it all—yes, just one. It sounds almost too easy, but when she dropped it during a recent interview, the reaction was pure “wait, what?” energy.
We’ve all heard the term tossed around—maybe your cousin called someone a narcissist, or you secretly wondered if your therapist might be one. The problem is, words like “narcissist” get diluted when used casually. Shaw warns that the real condition is far more serious: a pattern of believing you’re far better than others, chasing admiration, and lacking genuine empathy.
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