FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·March 7, 2024·5 min readLess Obesity and Depression in NPD IndividualsA comprehensive study across 38 states in the U.S. has revealed a surprising link between narcissism and positive health outcomes, including lower obesity and depression rates. States with higher levels of narcissism also showed a lower likelihood of heart failure and hypertension deaths, highlighting the complex role of narcissistic traits in public health.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 14, 2023·4 min readMachine Learning Uncovers Neural Pathways of Narcissistic TraitsResearchers have utilized advanced machine learning techniques to unveil the neural structure linked to narcissism, overcoming previous study limitations. Employing Kernel Ridge Regression and Support Vector Regression, they predicted narcissistic personality traits based on brain organization and other personality aspects.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 11, 2023·6 min readThose With Dark Tetrad Personality Traits More Likely to Catfish and Exploit OthersPeople who score high for "dark tetrad" personality traits, including narcissism, Machiavellianism, sadism, and psychopathy are more likely to embark on "catfishing" behaviors online as well as manipulate and exploit potential partners.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 21, 2023·4 min readPersonality Traits Could Predict Those Prone to PrejudiceThose with dark triad or antagonistic personality traits including narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy are more likely to endorse negative beliefs about others, especially the LGBTQA+ community. People with these personality traits adopt prejudicial beliefs as they downplay the importance of equality and show little interest in protecting others, researchers conclude.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 20, 2022·5 min readDark Personality Traits Make People Susceptible to Fake NewsPeople with Dark Triad personality traits are more likely to believe fake news, especially when doing so promotes their own selfish desires. Even when presented with scientific facts, those with dark triad personalities bend reality to their own liking. The more pronounced traits associated with self-interest were, the more those with dark triad personalities doubted there was a difference between actual facts and mere opinions.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 13, 2022·5 min readUS Presidential Narcissism Linked to Longer WarsEvaluating former United States presidents, researchers report wars last longer under presidents who score highest on narcissistic personality traits.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 27, 2022·3 min readNarcissistic People Are More Likely to Be Aggressive and ViolentPeople high in narcissistic traits showed higher levels of verbal aggression, physical aggression, and other bullying behaviors. They often extend their aggression to innocent bystanders. Narcissism was associated with a 21% increase in aggression and an 18% increase in violent behaviors.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 1, 2022·5 min readA Surprising Way to Tamper Ugly Dark Triad Personality TraitsActivities targeting agreeableness were shown to reduce Dark Triad personality traits. However, those with Dark Triad personality disorders are less likely to want intervention to increase agreeableness.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosPsychology·March 16, 2022·6 min read‘Dark Empaths’: How Dangerous Are Psychopaths and Narcissists With Empathy?Despite common thought, not all people with dark triad disorders are void of empathy. Some people with dark triad disorders experience above-average empathetic capabilities. Researchers shed light on "dark empaths" and empathy deficits in those with dark triad disorders.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·August 6, 2021·5 min readDesire for Social Status Is a Driver of NarcissismBoth grandiose and vulnerable narcissists crave high social status and recognition. Grandiose narcissists consider themselves more successful at being able to obtain high social status, while vulnerable narcissists do not believe they get the social recognition they deserve.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience VideosPsychology·June 28, 2021·4 min readTraits of a Troll: Research Reveals Motives of Internet TrollingIndividuals with dark triad personality traits, including narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy, combined with feeling schadenfreude, taking pleasure from the misfortune of others, are more likely to indulge in internet trolling.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 25, 2021·5 min readNarcissism Linked to Aggression in Review of 437 StudiesA comparative review of 324 global research papers concludes narcissism is a risk factor for aggression and violent behaviors. The results were similar, regardless of age, gender, education level, or country of residence.Read More