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Study Links Narcissism to Lower Fertility Rates

5/25/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Serbia reveals a striking link between narcissism and parenthood. It found that individuals with higher levels of narcissism, especially those with vulnerable traits, tend to have fewer children and harbor negative feelings towards parenting. With 953 adults surveyed, the research sheds light on how narcissism influences romantic relationships and fertility, as published in Evolutionary Psychological Science.

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A groundbreaking study from Serbia reveals a striking link between narcissism and parenthood. It found that individuals with higher levels of narcissism, especially those with vulnerable traits, tend to have fewer children and harbor negative feelings towards parenting. With 953 adults surveyed, the research sheds light on how narcissism influences romantic relationships and fertility, as published in Evolutionary Psychological Science.