Relation of inmates’ entitlement to identification with criminal groups, narcissism and readiness for self-improvement

Abstract

background Inmates often show narcissistic and entitlement attitudes, as expressed in their numerous unjustified complaints and lawsuits concerning the conditions of imprisonment. The aim of the study was to examine the relationship between entitlement, criminal social identity, narcissism and readiness for self-improvement in a group of inmates. The study also attempted to create a psychological profile of prisoners with different levels of entitlement.