Why would a narcissist want her breasts enlarged? I was told it was for power.

Although it may seem counterintuitive, there is a truth to the notion that narcissists seek breast enlargement for power. The reason for this lies in a concept known as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), which is an extreme preoccupation with imagined or slight physical defects. This can be seen as having its roots in narcissistic behavior, which includes feelings of grandiosity and low self-esteem.

In BDD, individuals perceive their appearance incorrectly and become obsessed with correcting it through cosmetic procedures such as breast augmentation. Studies have found that 75% of people seeking BDD treatment had clinically significant levels of narcissism, suggesting that narcissism could very well be the driving force behind someone wanting to increase their cup size.

Moreover, gaining attention from others due to their larger breasts can provide them with validation and acknowledgement—a trait many narcissists crave. There is also evidence that many women choose plastic surgery because they view physical perfection as being ‘in control’ of one’s life and image; something narcissistic individuals strive for on some level emotionally speaking. Thus seeking out treatment such as breast enlargement could be an unconscious way of attempting to regain a sense of power over themselves by improving their exterior image.