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psychopathic

[sahy-kuh-path-ik] / ˌsaɪ kəˈpæθ ɪk /


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They may act impulsively, be manipulative, or even outright lie to advance their careers - but how can you tell the difference between an unpleasant co-worker and someone displaying psychopathic traits?

From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026

Hitchcock beguiles us into sympathizing with the psychopathic Bruno.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026

Neuroscientists have identified a measurable brain difference between people with psychopathic traits and those with few or none.

From Science Daily ● May 10, 2026

In this Money Talks: Elizabeth Spiers is joined by psychologist Dr. Leanne ten Brinke whose new book, Poisonous People, explores the impact that people with psychopathic and related personality traits have on our everyday lives.

From Slate ● Apr. 14, 2026

But the worst part is that for the few minutes every hour when I’m not psychopathic, I know that to be with Brian: I would give all ten fingers.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson




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