Impatience in a rude and inconsiderate manner. Highly driven to succeed and willing to just about do anything to do so. Lacking in self confidence. Family not a source of emotional support. Unable to open up to others, including members of the helping professions.
High scores tend to be grandiose, resentful, cold, and at times cruel.
This scale assesses a sort of hostile narcissist. It negatively correlates with Morey's Narcissistic and Histrionic scales. Return to top of page. Go to Supplementary Scales.