| Trait of Narcissist | Benign | Grandiose | Malignant |
| Self Indulgent | X | X | X |
| 150% Emotional Intensity | X | X | X |
| Selfishness | Normal | X | X Hallmark |
| Covert Low Self Esteem (Deep Inferiority) | X | X | X |
| Sharp or Silver Tongue | X | X | X |
| Covert / Overt Self Consciousness - Insecurity | X | X | X Hallmark |
| Likelihood of Infidelity | Normal | X | X |
| Objectifies Humans / Associates / Acquaintences | Normal | X | X Hallmark |
| Kids / Family / Clothes / House / Car "Reflect on Them" | Normal | X | X |
| Denies Fault | X | X | X |
| Shifts Blame, Distracts, Nullifies | X | X | X |
| Counterattacks | Normal | Normal | X Hallmark |
| Mean and Demeaning in Relationship Conflicts | Normal | X | X Hallmark |
| Decides "You Obviously Don't Love Me So It's Over." During Relationship Conflicts | X | X | X |
| Inconsiderate or Oblivious | X | X | X Hallmark |
| Can Beg A Departing-Spouse Back From Almost Anything | X | X | X |