Our first Member Chat Session was held April 18th, 2012. Drs. Kosson and Leedom discussed the history of the Foundation and our strategic plan. Members also received a guided tour of the website and had an opportunity to ask questions.
Continue to improve the infrastructure of our organization Recruit additional members for the Aftermath Foundation Board of Directors and Executive Committee Focus on individuals with experience in board governance, accounting, law, and members interested in providing financial support to non-profit organizations Educate the general public about the nature and impact of psychopathy Continue to add … Read more
Please listen as our own Dr. Robert Schug interviews Dr. Robert Hare regarding the development of the PCL-R. Click here for show.
Individuals with psychopathic traits are often attracted to affinity groups – religious, political or social groups of people who share common values, beliefs or interests. The collective trust that members of these groups have in one another and their common belief system provides a perfect cover for the person with psychopathy. The psychopath has an … Read more
Many individuals with psychopathic features are opportunists who seek to take whatever they can from those around them, viewing others as merely a source of “supply.” If they detect something in someone they find interesting or that can help them achieve their agenda in some way, that person has the potential to become a victim. … Read more
Several researchers have examined qualities in children and adolescents that serve to differentiate psychopathic youth from their peers. Frick posited that children who exhibit both conduct problems and callous/unemotional traits are most similar to adult psychopaths (Frick & Marsee, 2006). Research findings by Lynam (1996) identified a subset of children with both conduct problems and … Read more
