Tag: egomania

February 3, 2026 / Mohammed looti

EGOMANIA

Defining Egomania: Historical Context and Conceptualization Egomania represents a profound and often debilitating psychological state characterized by an overwhelming self-absorption and an excessively inflated sense of self-importance. While not officially classified as a discrete diagnosis in the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), the concept holds significant historical weight […]

November 20, 2025 / Mohammed looti

EGOPATHY

Introduction and Defining Egopathy Egopathy refers to a psychological construct characterized fundamentally by hostile attitudes and subsequent actions stemming from an exaggerated, almost pathological sense of self-importance. Unlike mere egotism, which describes excessive self-involvement, egopathy introduces a potent element of aggression and active deprecation directed toward others. It describes a behavioral pattern where the individual […]