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 ...

Research finds that sadism predicts everyday cruelty such as online trolling and bullying, making it a crucial addition to ...

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These men are known for their manipulative charm, but beneath the surface lie three deeply troubling traits: narcissism, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." IF YOU’RE SOMEONE who always sees the good in people, it can be tough to get your head around a dark ...

A new study published in The Journal of Psychology offers evidence that individuals who score higher on socially antagonistic personality traits may be more prone to falling for email phishing scams.

Dark personalities may not just be uncaring, self-obsessed and skilled at manipulation—but they may also look trustworthy, according to a new study that sheds light on how physical appearance can ...

Dating can be a tough pill to swallow. A small-scale study published in the journal Personal Relationships has uncovered what researchers claim are some ways so-called “Red Pill” subscribers align ...

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 ...

It seems like only yesterday that we were heralding the arrival of “short king spring”. “Short king status is, more than anything, a state of mind, if you will: an openness to everything that life at ...