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Psychopathy is a personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy and remorse, as well as a tendency towards impulsive behavior and a disregard for social norms. While the majority of people with this condition never engage in violent or criminal behavior, research suggests that there are certain professions that are more likely to attract individuals with psychopathic traits.

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Sarcastic People Are More Likely To Be Psychopaths, According To Psychology

Several traits are shared between sarcastic individuals and psychopaths, leading to speculation about a potential correlation:It’s crucial to remember that correlation does not equal causation, and not all sarcastic people are psychopaths. Sarcasm is a complex form of communication used by various personalities and is not exclusive to psychopathy.

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[Self-Test] Antisocial Personality Disorder

Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD), also called sociopathy or psychopathy, is characterized by disregard for and violation of the rights of others.1 People with ASPD often engage in unlawful behaviors and display a reckless disregard for the safety of themselves and others. They often exhibit irritable and aggressive behaviors, and they may get into physical fights or assault others.

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What is Antisocial Personality Disorder? ASPD Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) is characterized by a pattern of disregard for the rights of others that leads to deceitfulness, impulsivity, and remorselessness. Individuals with ASPD are also likely to commit unlawful and potentially violent acts.ASPD affects about 1% to 4% of the population, and it is one of four Cluster B personality disorders, which include borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, and histrionic personality disorder1.ASPD may be diagnosed only after age 18, but the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) stipulates that symptoms must have occurred since age 15, with evidence of conduct disorder (CD) with onset before age 15.

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The Link Between Narcissism, Psychopathy And Selfies

While we all know that there are signs that we can look for when it comes to whether or not someone is psychopathic or narcissistic, sometimes we overlook the small things. That being said, this one is something that might be harder to pin down than you’d expect it to be. According to a study from back in roughly 2015, it seems narcissists and psychopathic people might be more likely to post selfies showing off and making an effort to do/look their best in them.

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People Seem to Become Less Socially Aversive With Age

personality traits such as Machiavellianism, Psychopathy, or Sadism are variations of a general tendency of some individuals to put themselves over others. Whereas the effects of such traits at work or for social interactions more generally are well-documented, surprisingly little research has investigated how socially aversive traits develop throughout adulthood.

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What Allows Some Psychopaths to Be Successful?

It is well-known that some people with psychopathic traits lean toward antisocial behaviors, including violence, but many psychopathic individuals refrain from any criminal acts. Understanding what allows these psychopaths to be “successful” has remained a mystery.

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How Do People Develop Into 'Successful' Psychopaths?

They walk among us --- psychopaths. Those who possess a unique constellation of traits: callousness to others' suffering, a grandiose sense of self-worth, and a manipulative approach to dealing with others. Typically, such antisocial tendencies result in incarceration and other forms of exclusion from society. Yet some psychopathic individuals are able to suppress their psychopathic impulses enough to remain members of society. Many even rise to the upper ranks of business, law, and government.

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Pure ‘O’ OCD and ‘False Memory’ Intrusive Thoughts

If you don’t know anyone who has suffered from OCD, you may not be aware that there is a lesser known form of OCD that is primarily obsessional and commonly referred to as ‘Pure O’.

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