"The Narcissistic Personality Inventory asks students to react to such statements as "If I ruled the world, it would be a better place," "I think I am a special person" and "I like to be the center of attention."

The study found that almost two-thirds of recent college students showed narcissism scores that were above the average 1982 score. Thirty percent more college students showed elevated narcissism in 2006 compared to 1982."

http://www.thestandard.com.hk/news_detai...&con_type=3

What's behind this rise and what is the impact on society (if any)?

Blacknad.