How long does this quiz take?

Most people complete this quiz in about two minutes.

Are my responses private?

Yes, all answers are anonymized and confidential.

Can I take this test more than once?

Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your results may have changed.

Will this quiz diagnose narcissistic personality disorder?

No. This quiz measures everyday personality traits and is not a clinical diagnostic tool.

Can my results help me improve my relationships?

Yes. Understanding your need for admiration can support greater self-awareness and healthier interactions.

This short personality test explores how strongly you seek admiration, recognition, and a sense of personal significance.

Narcissism Scale

A research-inspired look at confidence, attention, and perceived specialness.

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 20, 2025

Reviewed by Jourdan Travers, LCSW

The Self-Importance & Admiration Scale is designed to help you reflect on how much recognition, influence, and affirmation shape your self-image. While confidence can be healthy, an excessive need for admiration may affect relationships, empathy, and emotional balance.

This scale is inspired by psychological research on narcissistic traits, particularly the “special identity” dimension studied within modern personality science. It focuses on everyday attitudes—such as feeling indispensable, craving attention, or believing you stand out—rather than clinical diagnosis.

If you’re interested in how personality traits interact with emotions and relationships, you may also find value in the Impostor Syndrome Scale and the Authenticity in Relationships Scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: Most people complete this quiz in about two minutes.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Narcissism Scale answers are anonymized and confidential.
Can I take this test more than once?: Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your Narcissism Scale results may have changed.
Will this quiz diagnose narcissistic personality disorder?: No. This quiz measures everyday personality traits and is not a clinical diagnostic tool.
Can my results help me improve my relationships?: Yes. Understanding your need for admiration can support greater self-awareness and healthier interactions.

Self-Importance & Admiration Scale: Take The Test

Step 1: Rate Your Traits

For each statement, indicate how much you agree on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree). For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. Others often look to me to take charge in group situations.

2. I am especially skilled at convincing people to see things my way.

3. Social gatherings feel less engaging when I’m not actively involved.

4. I’ve been told more than once that I stand out from most people.

5. I believe I possess qualities that set me apart from others.

6. I can imagine myself gaining recognition or success in the future.

7. I enjoy drawing attention to my achievements from time to time.

8. I expect to be treated with more respect than most people.

Step 2: Enter Your Demographics

Provide your age, gender, region, and first name for a detailed report comparing your results to others.

What is your age?

What is your gender?

What region of the world do you live in?

What is your first name?

Step 3: Submit Your Narcissism Scale Answers

After completing all questions, click below to send your responses to Mark Travers, Ph.D. All answers are anonymized and confidential.

References

Paulhus, D. L., Buckels, E. E., Trapnell, P. D., & Jones, D. N. (2021). Screening for dark personalities: The Short Dark Tetrad (SD4). European Journal of Psychological Assessment, 37(3), 208–222.

Disclaimer

This scale is designed for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.