Narcissistic partners usually have difficulty really loving someone else, because they dont truly love themselves. They are so focused on themselves that they cannot really “see” their partner as a separate person. They tend to only see the partner in terms of how they fill their needs (or fail to fill their needs).

How can you tell if someone is a narcissistic?

Signs and symptoms of narcissistic personality disorderGrandiose sense of self-importance. Lives in a fantasy world that supports their delusions of grandeur. Needs constant praise and admiration. Sense of entitlement. Exploits others without guilt or shame. Frequently demeans, intimidates, bullies, or belittles others.More items

How does a narcissistic partner behave?

being preoccupied with fantasies about power, success, and beauty. taking advantage of others. having an inability or unwillingness to recognize the needs and feelings of other people. behaving in an arrogant manner.

What does a narcissistic person do in a relationship?

Being in a relationship with someone who has narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) can be challenging. Narcissists tend to have an inflated sense of ego and entitlement, put themselves first, lack empathy, and can become abusive to others.