Dark Triad

Psychopathic traits, especially antisocial and affective tendencies, are linked to illegal gun use and firearm violence, but not to legal gun carrying, highlighting psychopathy as a potential target for gun violence prevention efforts.

New research reveals surprising insights into how narcissists think they're seen by others, showing that their perceptions may not be as exaggerated or distorted as you might expect.

New research reveals that both bright and dark personality traits play a significant role in predicting criminal behavior, including first-time offenses and recidivism, offering new insights into the complex relationship between personality and crime.

New research suggests different forms of narcissism influenced pandemic behaviors differently, with some types leading to antisocial actions like hoarding or conspiracy belief endorsement, while others promoted prosocial behaviors, such as following health guidelines.

A study found that women who use more makeup tend to have higher levels of narcissism and extraversion, while those with higher psychopathic traits use less makeup consistently across different situations.

New research reveals that dark personality traits like Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy are linked to irrational work beliefs, such as fear of failure and obsessive control.

New research has found that individuals with traits like narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and sadism often believe they are morally superior to others, despite engaging in immoral behavior.

Narcissists are more prone to internet trolling, but high self-esteem significantly reduces this tendency, revealing self-esteem's protective role against the darker aspects of narcissistic behavior online.

Narcissistic CEOs, especially those also serving as board chair, shape board discussions to favor risk-taking, leading to increased resource allocation toward risky ventures. Their influence underscores the significant impact of personality traits on corporate decision-making.

A multi-country study found that dark personality traits, such as low honesty-humility and psychopathy, significantly increase support for political violence, highlighting the deep psychological roots of radical political attitudes across different socio-political contexts.

Machine learning algorithms can accurately predict traits like narcissism and intelligence from LinkedIn profiles, according to new research.

A new study explores the core traits of malignant narcissism, revealing its associations with various dark personality traits and forms of paranoia. The findings offer a fresh perspective on this complex and antagonistic personality disorder.

A study found that a significant proportion of adults with ADHD exhibit narcissistic traits, particularly linked to hyperactivity and impulsivity, suggesting a complex relationship between ADHD and narcissistic pathology that impacts clinical outcomes and treatment approaches.

A study in Frontiers in Psychiatry reveals that individuals with high narcissism use grandiose fantasizing about success and power to regulate their emotions and enhance self-esteem, highlighting its key psychological role in narcissistic behavior.