Tag: psychopathy

Study looks at how people with psychopathic traits control their ‘dark impulses’

From the Virginia Commonwealth University press release: People with psychopathic traits are predisposed toward antisocial behavior that can result in “unsuccessful” outcomes such as incarceration. However, many individuals with psychopathic… Read more »

Study suggests brains of young people with severe behavioral problems are ‘wired differently’

From the University of Bath press release: Research published today (Tuesday 1 May) has revealed new clues which might help explain why young people with the most severe forms of… Read more »

Study suggests “dark triad” personality traits are liabilities in hedge fund managers

From the Society for Personality and Social Psychology press release: When it comes to financial investments, hedge fund managers higher in “dark triad” personality traits — psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism —… Read more »

Study suggests that boys at risk for psychopathy don’t experience laughter as contagious

From the Cell Press press release: For most people, laughter is highly contagious. It’s nearly impossible to hear or see someone laughing and not feel the urge to join in…. Read more »

Study shows psychopathic brains are wired in a way that can lead to dangerous and violent actions

From the Harvard University press release: Josh Buckholtz wants to change the way you think about psychopaths — and he’s willing to go to prison to do it. An Associate… Read more »