A new study published in Acta Psychologica has found that specific personality traits may predispose senior managers to ...

A study in Belgium found that high levels of Dark Triad traits are linked to anhedonia and alexithymia in women, but not in men. Additionally, individuals with high levels of Dark Triad traits tended ...

We’ve all likely heard of narcissism and psychopathy, but did you know that it’s possible to show signs of both—plus a third set of manipulative traits? It’s called the dark triad, and it’s a way ...

"Knowing your own darkness is the best method for dealing with the darknesses of other people." —Carl Jung What is our fascination with "dark personalities"? So many of us, like the proverbial moth to ...

The Dark Triad attempts to capture manipulative, exploitative traits that are not represented by the Big 5, a five-factor model of the core traits of an individual’s personality which is considered ...

The psychological theory of personality known as the Dark Triad—narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism—often carries a sinister undertone. When it comes to leaders, research has shown that ...

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While most of us would see a hug as something positive, new research from New York's Binghamton University suggests that not every embrace comes from a place of affection—in fact, quite the opposite.

People living in societies with more corruption, inequality, poverty and violence are more likely to exhibit "dark" personality traits—like narcissism, psychopathy and spitefulness. This is the ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

Psychopathy: a mental disorder marked by egocentric and antisocial behavior. Machiavellianism: rooted in the political theory of 16th century Italian philosopher Niccolo Machiavelli, who pioneered the ...

Understanding the complex dynamics in any profession requires a nuanced understanding of human behavior. The fire service, with its inherent dangers, intense pressure, and life-or-death decisions, is ...