Environmentally Induced Narcissism

Hubris Syndrome is an environmentally induced form of narcissism that typically develops later in life with prolonged exposure to power.

It includes traits like excessive confidence, a messianic view of oneself, speaking in the third person, and loss of contact with reality, blending criteria from narcissistic, antisocial, and histrionic personality disorders.

This syndrome is not innate but shaped by the environment of power, as evident in political leaders, business heads, and other figures. For example, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher reportedly developed hubris syndrome after nine years in office.

Studies highlight how power and status reduce empathy neurologically, leading to behaviors like unethical actions and disregard for others, reinforcing the idea that "power tends to corrupt."

Importantly, self-control, humor, skepticism, and surrounding oneself with people who can challenge one's thinking are critical to resisting hubris.

• Hubris syndrome is a form of narcissism caused by power and adoration with specific criteria.
• It shares traits with narcissistic, antisocial, and histrionic personality disorders but develops later in life.

• Hubris syndrome develops more with length and level of power.
• This supports the saying, 'power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.'