Moderate Narcissism (NPI 5-10)
TL;DR
A moderate NPI score (5-10) is the typical adult range — healthy self-confidence territory. Some self-focus that's adaptive, not problematic.
What it Means
Adults with moderate NPI scores have functional self-confidence and reasonable self-advocacy. The score range overlaps with healthy ambition, leadership emergence, and effective self-promotion in professional contexts.
Behavioural Patterns
Moderate narcissism shows up as: comfortable with attention without requiring it; willingness to credit self for accomplishments; healthy ambition; reasonable response to criticism; comfortable in leadership roles when they emerge.
Recommended Next Steps
- This is a comfortable place to be. Self-confidence at this level supports career growth without the relationship costs of high narcissism.