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Psychopathy

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politics11 days ago•41 min saved

Viral claim Erika Kirk may be a psychopath sparks online debate

Elizabeth Lane's viral post arguing Erika Kirk may be a psychopath drew about 6 million views in 24 hours and sparked a heated debate over Kirk's authenticity after TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk's death, highlighting moments like her rapid rise to CEO, a leaked staff Zoom call, and other public appearances—while Lane says it's opinion, not a diagnosis, the post underscored public discomfort with perceived engineered emotion but produced no conclusive proof.

via Yahoo|

#charlie-kirk #elizabeth-lane #erika-kirk

psychology25 days ago•20 min saved

Hyperthyroidism State Linked to Broader Dark Personality Profile, New Study Finds

A study in Current Psychology finds that hyperthyroidism is associated with higher scores on the Dark Tetrad (Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and sadism; narcissism elevated compared with hypothyroidism but not different from controls) versus hypothyroidism and healthy controls. Using the Short Dark Tetrad (SD4) with 154 adults (49 hyperthyroid, 52 hypothyroid, 53 controls), hyperthyroid participants showed higher scores on multiple dark traits even after adjusting for age and sex. The authors caution the effects are modest, based on self-reported diagnoses in a cross-sectional design, reflecting group-level associations rather than individual dispositions, and they advocate longitudinal studies with objective hormone data to clarify mechanisms such as CNS hyperarousal from excess thyroid hormones.

via PsyPost|

#dark-tetrad #hyperthyroidism #machiavellianism

science1 month ago•3 min saved

Scientists May Have Uncovered Whether Psychopaths Are Born or Made

Recent scientific evidence suggests that psychopathy is more likely to be innate, linked to structural differences in the brain and genetic factors, rather than solely caused by environmental influences, although both may play a role.

via BBC Science Focus Magazine|

#brain-structure #emotional-processing #genetics

psychology3 months ago•7 min saved

Younger Adults Exhibit Greater Machiavellian and Psychopathic Traits

A study found that Machiavellianism and psychopathy decrease with age, while narcissism remains stable, suggesting personality traits associated with manipulation and callousness tend to soften over time, though individual changes require longitudinal research for confirmation.

via PsyPost|

#age-differences #dark-triad #machiavellianism

psychology4 months ago•5 min saved

Study Finds Unexpected Link Between Psychopathy and Mind-Reading Skills

Research suggests that individuals with higher psychopathic traits, specifically meanness, may have a heightened ability to accurately interpret others' thoughts and intentions, challenging previous assumptions that psychopathy impairs social understanding. The study used a movie-based task to assess social cognition and found that meanness was linked to fewer errors in understanding social situations, possibly reflecting a more logical, less emotional approach to social interpretation. These findings highlight the complex relationship between psychopathic traits and social cognition, with implications for understanding manipulation and social behavior.

via PsyPost|

#mind-reading #psychology #psychopathy

science4 months ago•3 min saved

Psychopathy Linked to Preference for Casual Sex Without Emotional Ties

A meta-analysis found that individuals with higher psychopathic traits are more open to casual sex without emotional intimacy, with this association being relatively strong and consistent across genders, but varying depending on the psychopathy assessment method.

via PsyPost|

#casual-sex #meta-analysis #personality-traits

science5 months ago•3 min saved

Scientists Reveal Which Types of People Are Most Successful on Tinder

A study found that men who have frequent sex on Tinder tend to exhibit psychopathic traits, while women who have sex on the app report higher satisfaction, possibly due to lowered standards or increased sexual agency. The research highlights personality differences among successful users and raises questions about the influence of traits like psychopathy on dating behaviors.

via Futurism|

#dating-app #hookup #personality-traits

science6 months ago•8 min saved

Psychopathic Men and Less Selective Women Report Higher Tinder Sex Rates

A study finds that men with psychopathic traits and women with less selective attitudes are more likely to find dates and sex via Tinder, suggesting that short-term mating strategies and certain personality traits influence success on dating apps, with implications for understanding human mating behaviors in digital environments.

via PsyPost|

#dating-apps #personality-traits #psychopathy

science6 months ago•8 min saved

Scientists Reveal Surprising Facts About Psychopaths

Recent research reveals that psychopathic traits, present even at subclinical levels in the general population, influence various aspects of behavior and biology, including emotional processing, social interactions, hormonal levels, and political preferences, highlighting the complex and multifaceted nature of psychopathy.

via PsyPost|

#behavioral-studies #neuroscience #personality-traits

science7 months ago•6 min saved

Unraveling the Neuroscience Behind Psychopathy and Emotional Control

New research using advanced connectome modeling reveals that psychopathy is linked to two distinct neural pathways in the brain: one affecting emotional processing and social-affective functions, and the other impacting attentional control. These pathways help explain the emotional detachment and impulsivity seen in psychopathic traits, and suggest potential targets for tailored interventions. The findings highlight the importance of brain network connectivity in understanding and potentially mitigating psychopathic behaviors.

via Neuroscience News|

#brain-connectivity #externalizing-behaviors #neuroscience

science7 months ago•4 min saved

New Neuroscience Insights Reveal Brain Differences in Psychopaths

Recent neuroimaging research reveals that individuals with psychopathy exhibit significant reductions in brain volume in regions responsible for emotional regulation, decision-making, and social behavior, providing a biological basis for their antisocial tendencies. The study highlights the complexity of psychopathy, with some traits showing less consistent neural correlations, and paves the way for targeted interventions based on neural differences.

via Rude Baguette|

#antisocial-behavior #brain-structure #neuroimaging

science7 months ago•2 min saved

Brain Scan Insights into Psychopaths' Unique Neural Traits

A study comparing brain scans of psychopaths and non-psychopaths found that individuals with psychopathic traits have structural differences in brain regions associated with emotional regulation, impulsivity, and behavioral control, including smaller overall brain size and specific regional reductions, which could inform future treatments and understanding of psychopathy.

via ScienceAlert|

#brain-scans #brain-structure #neuroscience

science8 months ago•3 min saved

Brain Network Differences Linked to Psychopathy and Antisocial Traits

Recent studies reveal structural brain differences in individuals with psychopathic traits, a potential evolutionary trait in sharks related to tonic immobility, and a correlation between high IQ and more accurate life predictions, suggesting cognitive and biological factors influence behavior and decision-making.

via Phys.org|

#brain-networks #iq #predictions

health8 months ago•2 min saved

Brain Networks Linked to Psychopathy Identified in New Study

A study using neuroimaging has identified specific brain regions with reduced volume associated with antisocial traits in individuals with psychopathy, highlighting a neurobiological link between brain structure and antisocial behavior.

via Medical Xpress|

#antisocial-behavior #brain-networks #health

psychology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Enjoying Fear: A New Perspective on Psychopathy"

New research challenges the traditional belief that individuals with psychopathic traits lack fear, suggesting instead that they may find enjoyment in frightening situations. The study, published in the Journal of Personality, found that those with high levels of psychopathic traits, particularly Factor 1 traits, reported more positive and fewer negative emotions in response to fear-inducing stimuli. However, the findings related to psychopathic boldness presented a more complex picture, suggesting a broader stress immunity rather than a specific enjoyment of fear. While the study provides evidence for the fear enjoyment hypothesis, further research is needed to deepen our understanding of these findings.

via PsyPost|

#emotional-responses #fear-enjoyment #personality-traits