Which disorder is characterized by an envious view of others?

Narcissistic Personality Disorder is recognized in the DSM-5-TR for its key features, which include a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy. One significant aspect of this disorder is the individual’s tendency to have an envious view of others. This envy stems from their excessive self-focus and the belief that they are superior to others, leading them to feel resentment towards those they perceive as having what they desire or as being better than them in some way. This emotional response can be manifested in various ways, including belittling others or diminishing their achievements in order to maintain their own inflated self-image.

In contrast, other personality disorders listed do not typically prioritize envy as a defining characteristic. For example, Avoidant Personality Disorder is more focused on feelings of inadequacy and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation rather than envy. Similarly, Dependent Personality Disorder revolves around excessive need for support and fear of separation, while Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder entails a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control, without the element of envy that is central to Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Thus, the defining characteristic of an envious view of others aligns specifically with Narcissistic Personality Disorder.