Narcissists & Road Rage
Narcissists & Road Rage
This topic came up in an earlier discussion thread. Many of us agree that our narcissists have horrible road rage. I know mind did. I think it's definitely a red flag to add to our list.
Found this today on the internet, which confirms our opinion:
Narcissism and Aggressive Driving: Is an Inflated View of the Self a Road Hazard?
Authors: Lustman, Michèle; Wiesenthal, DavidL.1; Flett, GordonL.1
Source: Journal of Applied Social Psychology, Volume 40, Number 6, June 2010 , pp. 1423-1449(27)
Publisher: Blackwell Publishing
Abstract:
A total of 210 drivers varying in levels of trait narcissism were presented with 10 scenarios of objectionable driving situations and were asked to make assessments of intentionality, level of inconsideration, and anger and to indicate the behavioral responses they would likely make in such situations. It was hypothesized that responses would reflect attributions made in assessing the behaviors of other motorists. Our results confirmed the associations among attributions, anger, and behavioral reactions. Positive correlations were found between attributions and levels of anger and driver aggression. Individuals high in narcissism were also found to respond more aggressively toward the frustrating driving behavior of others, but this relationship varied by gender and anger experience.
http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/bpl/jasp/2010/00000040/00000006/ar...
Terrible driver, absolutely
Peace. J
First N that I was with 7
Oh my gosh, yes!
Road Rage
Angry narc rage
Mine Too.
Rage behind the scenes
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