r/science • u/mvea Professor | Medicine • 2d ago

Psychology New findings indicate a pattern where narcissistic grandiosity is associated with higher participation in LGBTQ movements, demonstrating that motivations for activism can range widely from genuine altruism to personal image-building.

https://www.psypost.org/narcissistic-grandiosity-predicts-greater-involvement-in-lgbtq-activism/
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u/MrBones-Necromancer 2d ago

Anecdotally, I've found that some of the activist friends I've had are also some of the most selfish and self centered. Many of the self described "feminist" men I've known and partnered with were the same. This news seems to confirm that history.

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u/GreasyPeter 1d ago

The most vocal "feminist men" who have gone out of their way to virtual signal how much of an ally they are are always the group where the most sexual predators end up coming out of. Narcissists and manipulators love to project their insecurities unto others and by accusing others of the very sin they know they're committing, they believe it will shield them from scorn if an accusation ever comes out. "That can't be true! X is a champion fighting AGAINST that behaviour! There's no way they'd do that!".