Dark Triad

A new brain imaging study reveals how the physical structure of a region called the anterior insula links narcissistic personality traits to the everyday habit of suppressing one's emotions.

Psychopaths account for a disproportionate amount of violent crime, and early treatments frequently failed. Today, scientists are finding that specialized, strength-based therapies can help manage psychopathic traits, particularly when started early in childhood.

Are psychopaths completely incapable of feeling sad? A new study of incarcerated men suggests otherwise, revealing that psychopathy may actually be a subconscious defense mechanism where the brain actively avoids sadness and hyper-focuses on anger instead.

Scientists have found that individuals with vulnerable narcissism tend to form deep, unreciprocated relationships with famous figures. This psychological coping strategy helps explain why these insecure individuals face a higher risk for extreme celebrity worship.

Brain scans reveal that people with dark personality traits show heightened resting activity in goal-directed networks and dampened activity in empathy centers. This neurobiological mismatch suggests their brains are constantly primed to strategize rather than connect with others.

A new study reveals that people with psychopathic traits can accurately judge another person's emotions. However, they show a distinct inability to physically and emotionally resonate with those feelings.

People who experience fleeting moments of grandiose or vulnerable narcissism also report specific perfectionistic thoughts, according to new research. The study highlights how these two personality traits are closely intertwined in our daily, real-time experiences.

Narcissism is widely considered a toxic trait, but a new psychological analysis shows that highly confident, outgoing narcissists often enjoy high self-esteem and resilience, shielding them from depression.

Narcissistic employees are notorious for acting unethically to get ahead. However, new research reveals that simple workplace tweaks—like removing piece-rate bonuses and forcing a "cool-down" period—can effectively neutralize their urge to cheat.

People with narcissistic tendencies or celebrity obsessions often develop unhealthy Instagram habits. Research published in The Journal of Psychology indicates that these patterns are driven by an underlying fear of missing out and struggles with emotional regulation.

When individuals with grandiose narcissism feel excluded, they often retaliate through subtle hostility. A recent study reveals that being ignored prompts these people to indirectly humiliate their peers, protecting their fragile egos without risking further social isolation. (38 words)

A new study reveals how specific malevolent personality traits dictate the exact type of digital abuse a person might commit against a romantic partner, highlighting distinct differences in how men and women use technology to harm others.

Individuals with socially aversive traits like narcissism and psychopathy don't just exploit others. A new study reveals they actually perceive the entire world as a profoundly bleak, dangerous, and meaningless place.

A new study reveals that people with high psychopathic traits don't lack fear. Instead, their hearts race during scary situations, but their brains uniquely interpret this physical arousal as an exciting, positive thrill rather than a threat.

A recent study suggests that high psychopathic traits are linked to reduced thickness in brain regions responsible for processing emotions. This neural pattern appears consistently, regardless of a person's criminal history.