Monday, 27 August 2007

That Hare definition of psychopathy in full...

Is this somebody you know?

"...the most devastating features of psychopathy are a callous disregard for the rights of others and a propensity for predatory and violent behaviors. Without remorse, psychopaths charm and exploit others for their own gain. They lack empathy and a sense of responsibility, and they manipulate, lie and con others with no regard for anyone's feelings."

Read on: http://www.crimelibrary.com/criminal_mind/psychology/robert_hare/3.html

Just in case you were wondering about Dr Hare's credentials, he co-wrote DSM-IV.

Matt

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