A Narcissist Husband - 8 Signs He May Be a Narcissist

Relationships have challenges, without doubt. Generally, if both partners are reasonably healthy mentally and emotionally balanced, effort, communication, and commitment goes a long way to ensuring a mutually supportive and fulfilling union. However, there are a certain number of people in the general population who are afflicted with personality disorders, including narcissism.
Frequently, the presence of such a disorder leaves the other partner confused and often hurt by the seemingly incomprehensible actions of her partner. While only a mental health professional can diagnose a personality disorder, it helps to know what some of the signs are.
Here are 8 signs your husband could be a narcissist:
1. Lack of empathy toward others. Your husband may not be able to place himself in the "other person's shoes." This can lead to behavior that is callous and selfish.
2. A sense of grandiose self worth. This is not simply a large ego, but a false construct. Your husband may exaggerate his accomplishments far beyond their merit.
3. A sense of entitlement. Your husband may expect preferential treatment and accept it as a matter of course.
4. Idealized fantasy. Your husband may be obsessed with ideas about "perfect" love, beauty, and power. You may initially be raised up on a pedestal, but sooner or later you will disappoint and are likely to be cast aside as worthless and discardable, with little in between.
5. A haughty and superior attitude toward others. Your husband may feel as if he should associate with "special" people and institutions.
6. An excessive desire or need for admiration from others. This has been termed "narcissistic supply", and it is very much like a drug that your husband may crave and go to lengths to attain.
7. A tendency toward jealousy of others, and envy at their accomplishments. Your husband may even become enraged to hear about the successes of others.
8. A willingness to exploit others for his own benefit. Your husband may be comfortable with the idea of stepping on others to get ahead.