The millennial generation has been called the ‘narcissistic generation’ and there are claims that the world is experiencing a ‘narcissism epidemic.’

The millennial generation has been called the ‘narcissistic generation’ and there are claims that the world is experiencing a ‘narcissism epidemic.’ Does current psychological research support these claims? What factors are leading to current trends in narcissistic traits? What impact does narcissism have on society?
What must be included in the essay?

Abstract:
• Summarize the essay question, key arguments and conclusion
• Focus on key components of the essay
• 150 word limit
Introduction:
• Briefly introduce the topic and define the following terms:
a. Narcissism
b. Millennial generation
c. Epidemic
• Establish the importance of investigating the topic- what is the relevance to the real world?
• Why is this essay a valuable contribution to the existing literature?
• Outline the key points of the essay- HOW the body will address the essay question
• 10-15% of the overall word limit
Essay body:
• One paragraph per major point.
• Organize it topically using linking sentences to link the paragraphs together.
• 4 paragraphs is too little. Aim for 5 or 6 body paragraphs.
• Each paragraph should follow a TEEEL structure:

• Topic sentence
• Explanation
• Example
• Evidence
• Link sentence
  • Individual papers cited and synthesized in relation to major points rather than one paper cited at a time (e.g., Black, 2002; Robbins, 2008).
  • Selected references are discussed and critiqued to address the question.
  • Avoid tangents- focus on major points that are key to addressing the question.
  • Relevant implications/applications of the findings are included (impacts of narcissism).
  • 70-80% of the word limit.
  Questions to help think about for the key points in each paragraph:

1. What are the key themes of the essay topic?
2. What is the logical order for these key themes?
   Example only:

• Trend in narcissistic traits
• Factors leading to current trends
• Impact: individuals
• Impact: society
  Essay conclusion:
  • Summary of the major points of your argument (whether there is an epidemic or not)
  • Provides a conclusion to the essay question
  • Avoid introducing new material
  • Brief statement regarding the relevant implications/applications of the findings (this should already by covered in the body of the essay)
  • Only one paragraph long in length (10-15% of the word limit).
  PLEASE INCLUDE:
  • Examine both sides
  a. There is an increasing trend in narcissistic traits
  b. There is not an increasing trend in narcissistic traits
  • Critique the papers and don’t just report what was found. Analyse and explain it.
  • APA7 formatting and in-text citing.
  • Any new piece of scientific information that isn’t common knowledge needs to be accompanied with citations.
  • If you state “several findings found this” you are expected to cite several studies not just one.
  • Do not make false claims of what studies found.
  • Source paper studies that are published from 1999-2021.
  Starting References (can be included in the essay):
  Gentile, Brittany, Twenge, Jean M., Freeman, Elise C., & Campbell, W. Keith. (2012). The effect of social networking websites on positive self-views: An experimental investigation. Computers in Human Behavior, 28(5), 1929.
  Hill, E. (2016). The role of narcissism in health-risk and health-protective behaviors. Journal of Health Psychology, 21(9), 2021-2032.
  Mathieu, Cynthia. (2013). Personality and job satisfaction: The role of narcissism. Personality and Individual Differences, 55(6), 650.
  References:
  • Minimum of 15 peer-reviewed academic references.
  • Would prefer around 22 peer-reviewed academic references.
  • A reference list is required to be formatted in APA7.
  • A plagiarism report will need to be provided.
  Word limit:
  The word limit is 2350 words plus 150 words for the abstract. This means 2500 words in total, but I am happy for it to be 2475 words in total or 2375 words in total.
  In-text citations and headings are included in the word count.
  No cover page is required. No tables/figures necessary.
  The three questions from this topic that MUST be addressed include:

1. Does current psychological research support these claims of experiencing a ‘narcissism epidemic’?
2. What factors are leading to current trends in narcissistic traits?
3. What impact does narcissism have on society?

PSY2042 Essay marking rubric Not shown 0% Poor 1-19% Developing 20-49% Fair 50-59% Good 60-69% Very good 70-79% Excellent 80-100% Title (3 marks)
Title should identify the topic/theme of the essay
Title should be clearly written
Title should be concise <20 words Abstract (6 marks)
Succinctly outlines the essay question
Summarises the key arguments/themes of the essay
Summarises the conclusion of the essay
Within the 150-word limit Introduction (5 marks)
Introduce and describe the broad area of research
Outline the importance of the topic – answers the question “why did this essay need to be written”
Introduce and describe the key arguments/themes of the essay. This outlines HOW the essay question will be addressed Body (14 marks)
Answers the question “does current psychological research support the claim that there is a narcissism epidemic” in detail
Answers the question “what factors are leading to the current trends in narcissistic traits” in detail
Answers the question “what impact might narcissism have on society” in detail
Scientific literature is referred to and is described and critiqued such that it is synthesised and critically analysed
Understanding of the topic and the literature, appropriate flow and academic prose. Conclusion (5 marks)
Summary of the main points from the essay
A conclusion that logically flows from the evidence presented in the body of the essay
No inclusion of new information or arguments
Suggestions made from future research that logically flow from the information presented in the essay Presentation (2 marks)
Primary sources have been consulted and appropriately cited/referenced in APA format. All citations are in reference list and vice versa. Headings, paragraphs, figures/tables, line spacing and title page conform to APA guidelines
Clarity of English expression with correct spelling and grammar FINAL MARK ( /10)