Narcissism & Sociopathy are on the same spectrum
ALL Sociopaths are also Narcissists
NOT all Narcissists are Sociopaths, though.
The spectrum only runs one way.
Someone who is obsessed with themselves is commonly referred to as narcissistic or self-absorbed.
Research believes yes and they are still looking for it.
yes they can, in my experience the child's narcissism is a result of being raised by a narcissist ,
The Defining characteristic of the narcissist is grandiosity. The narcissist is more likely to be attention seeking, envious and to desire admiration.The defining characteristic of the sociopath/psychopath is callousness. The sociopath/psychopath is more likely to engage in illegal activity, to be aggressive, impulsive and deceitful.
Sociopath.
The simplest answer is YES. He has ISSUES
"You are a sociopath." However, if they truly are, it won't matter to that person.
There are technical differences, but it is largely a matter of degree. Neither is likely to ever be a decent partner.
confront them
I think they'd say it's not the best thing in the world, those can be tough people to live with.
sociopath
depending on if your the narcissist or just someone around the narcissist..... if you are the narcissist dont worry it wont effect you. You will just continue on with your selfish ways and use people for what they can do for you. If your someone around the narcissist..... RUN- get out while you can. The only way to really survive is to not have them in your life