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·January 6, 2025·5 min read

Social Connections Key to Borderline Personality Disorder Therapy

Loneliness plays a central role in borderline personality disorder (BPD) and often persists even when clinical symptoms subside. Current treatments, such as dialectical behavior therapy, fail to fully address social integration, which is crucial for long-term recovery.

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·June 6, 2024·6 min read

Hidden Narcissism in Women Tied to Partner Violence and Bullying

Researchers have discovered that vulnerable narcissism in women is linked to increased intimate partner violence and bullying. Unlike the grandiose narcissism often seen in men, women's narcissism manifests subtly. The findings highlight the need for gender-specific interventions.

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·March 7, 2024·5 min read

Less Obesity and Depression in NPD Individuals

A 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.

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·March 5, 2024·7 min read

Loneliness Linked to Personality Disorders

A systematic review synthesizing data from 70 studies reveals significant insights into the relationship between loneliness, perceived social support (PSS), and personality disorders. The review found that individuals with personality disorder traits or diagnoses, except those with narcissistic traits, experience higher levels of loneliness and lower levels of PSS compared to the general population and other clinical groups.

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·February 27, 2024·3 min read

Prevalence of Female Psychopaths: More Common than Believed

Researchers provide novel insights into female psychopathy, challenging the conventional 6:1 male-to-female psychopath ratio with new evidence suggesting a closer 1.2:1 ratio. The research indicates that societal gender biases have obscured the true nature and prevalence of female psychopaths, who often employ manipulation and seduction rather than violence to achieve their goals.

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·October 16, 2023·3 min read

Spotting Corporate Psychopaths

Research sheds light on how to identify and manage individuals termed 'corporate psychopaths' within the business realm. These individuals, making up roughly 1% of adults, lack emotions such as guilt or empathy but often rise to leadership positions due to their charismatic traits.

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·October 3, 2023·5 min read

Personality Disorders Linked to Increased Risk of Fatty Liver Disease

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), the most prevalent cause of chronic liver disease in affluent societies, is intrinsically linked with personality disorders. The research uncovers a tri-fold higher likelihood of personality disorders in NAFLD patients, not correlating with other liver diseases or common mental health issues like anxiety and depression.

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·September 3, 2023·5 min read

Dark Traits, Broken Sleep: How Machiavellianism and Psychopathy Impact Rest

A recent study delves into the link between the Dark Triad personality traits—Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and narcissism—and sleep quality, particularly in individuals with affective disorders (AD). Using data from 657 people, the research reveals that Machiavellianism and psychopathy have a significantly negative impact on sleep quality.

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·June 17, 2023·6 min read

Adversity, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Evolution: The Reproductive Trade-off Theory

A new study examines the association of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) with early life adversity and its potential influence on immediate reproductive strategies over somatic health. Using a sample of over 30,000 adults, the study finds that the risk of developing BPD was significantly influenced by a trade-off favoring immediate reproduction over long-term health.

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·March 18, 2023·6 min read

People With Personality Disorders Are More Likely to Sign Up for Psychology Studies

Researchers found people with personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder and narcissistic personality disorder, and those with depression and anxiety are more likely to participate in psychological research studies. Due to this, the findings of studies may be unduly influenced and may be difficult to be replicated.

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·November 19, 2022·5 min read

What’s the Connection Between Cosmetic Procedures and Mental Health?

Researchers reveal a higher rate of body dysmorphia, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders in those seeking cosmetic surgery procedures.

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·October 20, 2022·5 min read

Dark Personality Traits Make People Susceptible to Fake News

People 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.

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personality disorders

Hidden Narcissism in Women Tied to Partner Violence and Bullying

Less Obesity and Depression in NPD Individuals

Prevalence of Female Psychopaths: More Common than Believed

Spotting Corporate Psychopaths

Personality Disorders Linked to Increased Risk of Fatty Liver Disease

Dark Traits, Broken Sleep: How Machiavellianism and Psychopathy Impact Rest

Adversity, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Evolution: The Reproductive Trade-off Theory

People With Personality Disorders Are More Likely to Sign Up for Psychology Studies

What’s the Connection Between Cosmetic Procedures and Mental Health?

Dark Personality Traits Make People Susceptible to Fake News

AI Predicts Autoimmune Disease Progression with New Genetic Tool

False Memories Are Harder to Create Than Once Thought

Short-Term Rhythms Shape Sleep Spindles and Brain Health

Head Trauma May Reactivate Dormant Viruses, Increasing Alzheimer’s Risk

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