Narcissists are more likely to be politically active, according to new research.

Researchers found individuals who displayed classic narcissistic traits - like selfishness, entitlement and a need for admiration - were more likely to sign petitions, reach out to elected officials and vote in .

People who were self-sufficient, however, were less likely to be politically engaged. 

Peter Hatemi, a political science professor at Penn State University, said his findings may explain `the current state of our democracy.`

`If people who are more interested in their own personal gain and status take a greater part in elections, then we can expect candidates to emerge who reflect their desires - narcissism begets narcissism,` said Hatemi, whose research was published in the journal .

People who display classic signs of narcissism - selfishness, entitlement and a need for admiration - are more likely to participate in political activities 

Sander Thomaes, a developmental psychologist at Utrecht University, has called President Donald Trump a `prototypical narcissist,` exhibiting a grandiose self image, an overinflated ego, an insatiable need for attention and admiration and a tendency to lash out when criticized. 

`Narcissists blame others for their failures,` Thomaes said in the run-up to the 2016 US presidential election. `In their eyes, they have often been snubbed.































Or the other has cheated.` 

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For the new report, participants in three separate surveys were asked about their voting history and political participation, including if they attended rallies, contacted politicians or donated to campaigns.  

A separate questionnaire gauged the respondents` levels of narcissism by asking them to choose between a series of two statements, like, `I insist upon getting the respect that is due me` versus `I usually get the respect that I deserve.` 

 For the new report, participants in three separate surveys were asked about their voting history and political participation, including if they attended rallies, contacted politicians or donated to campaigns.































A separate questionnaire gauged the respondents` levels of narcissism

Those who scored high on narcissism, the tended to participate early in the political process — sharing their opinions on social media or lawn signs, writing to decision makers

Those who scored high on narcissism tended to participate early in the political process — sharing their opinions on social media or lawn signs, writing to decision makers. 

The data also found people who were more self-sufficient were less likely to be involved politically.

`This means that policies and electoral outcomes could increasingly be guided by those who both want more but give less,` Hatemi said.

Hatemi said it was crucial to find ways to increase political engagement among a diverse electorate.

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