Through the Eyes of a Survivor: Anger

Probably only a victim of a psychopath is able to fully understand this post. Those who have never experienced this kind of anger will likely see nothing more than words. But these are not hollow words. This is a perspective of one survivor; the following text describes only my feelings. It is crucial to remember … Read more

Ask the Psychopathy Expert: Dr. Carlo Garofalo

Carlo Garofalo, PhD, is an assistant professor in the Department of Developmental Psychology at Tilburg University (The Netherlands). His research interests lie at the intersection of emotion, aggression, and personality pathology. More specifically, he is is interested in the development and manifestation of psychopathy and antagonistic personality traits. He is a full member of the … Read more

Constructing the cyber-troll – Psychopathy, sadism, and low levels of some kinds of empathy

Summary by Jamie Knowles and Dr. Nicola Gray Sest, N., & March, E. (2017). Constructing the cyber-troll: Psychopathy, sadism, and empathy. Personality and Individual Differences, 119, 69-72. Background and aims The internet is an increasingly popular vehicle for socialising and communicating, and this has given rise to new forms of online, antisocial behavior. One of … Read more

Giving Tuesday 2021 Fundraising Raffle

  We are hosting a FUNDRAISING RAFFLE this year to raise money to create an online support group for those whose lives, health, or careers have been placed at risk or negatively impacted by individuals with psychopathy.   Raffle prizes include signed books, art coffee mugs and tee shirts, and gift cards from Starbucks, Target, … Read more

Ask the Psychopathy Assessment Expert: Dr. Martin Sellbom

Martin Sellbom, PhD., is a Professor in Clinical Psychology at the University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand.  He is the current Membership Chair for the Society for the Scientific Study of Psychopathy and has served on its board for several years. His research interests focus on the diagnosis and assessment of personality disorders, including … Read more