Estrangement, Attachment, and Narcissistic Tendencies in Young Adults: A Correlation Study

Aqsa Ejaz; Fatima Sana; Dr. Sadia Huda; Areeba Latif

Authors

Aqsa Ejaz Alumni MS Student University of Management and Technology
Fatima Sana Clinical Counselor, University of Management and Technology, Lahore
Dr. Sadia Huda Assistant Professor, University of Management and Technology, Lahore
Areeba Latif Counselling Coordinator University of Management and Technology, Lahore

Abstract

The main aim of the study was to find the relationship between the main variables. The study included 300 university students ranging in age from 18 to 25 years (M =21.1, SD = 2). The measures included in the study were estrangement scale, attachment scale, and narcissistic scales. Estrangement, attachment, and narcissistic tendencies were significantly related to each other. Whereas, estrangement has a negative relationship with narcissistic and positive with attachment. Also, narcissistic tendencies and attachment have a negative association with each other. The findings will help in awareness session among young adults, aid in development of effective techniques and interventions employed in reducing narcissistic tendencies. The limitations and future suggestions are given at the end of the study.

Keywords. Estrangement, Attachment, Narcissistic Tendencies, Young Adults.