Tag: Psychopathy
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Fear as Pleasure: Understanding Thrill-Seeking vs. Psychopathy
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines,” hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss a study that suggests a link between psychopathic traits and enjoying scary or thrilling experiences. What is psychopathy? Psychopathy is a personality disorder marked by lack of empathy, impulsivity, and a disregard for social norms. Fear and thrill-seeking The…
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Psychopathy: Traits, Challenges, and Why It’s Hard to Treat
What does it mean to be a psychopath? A recent study examines the traits of psychopathy, like impulsiveness and lack of empathy, and reveals the personal and social costs associated with them. MHTN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Bober joins hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes to explain the characteristics of psychopathy, discuss why it’s…
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The Science Behind Aggressive Behavior and Violence
Join our hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes as they dive into groundbreaking research on violent behavior with guest expert Audrey Jung. They explore how an imbalance in the brain’s decision-making process could be the key to understanding, and potentially treating, aggression and antisocial disorders. Understanding Brain Imbalance The study reveals that individuals with violent…