Narcissism is defined as a long-standing preoccupation with one’s self that creates an overwhelming need for admiration. Psychologists have noticed a rise in narcissistic personality traits, insecurity, self-objectification, addiction, damaged friendships, body dysmorphic disorder, and depression, coinciding with the increase of selfies.
While innocent in moderation, overindulgence may lead to social media narcissism or other behavioral health issues. The increased ability to share selfies is opening the door to self-indulgent behaviors and even dangerous habits. More people have died from taking selfies than from shark attacks in 2015!
While innocent in moderation, overindulgence may lead to social media narcissism or other behavioral health issues. The increased ability to share selfies is opening the door to self-indulgent behaviors and even dangerous habits. More people have died from taking selfies than from shark attacks in 2015!
To explore the growth of "selfie phenomenon" further, the team at Rawhide Boys Ranch have put together the infographic shown below.
