Lecture1_NarratedShort-Psychopathy the Construct and Clinical Condition-2 (copy)

Psychopath

A personality disorder characterized by the inability to form human attachments; not classified in the DSM.

Sociopath

Term used in DSM-I to describe individuals with antisocial behaviors; later removed from the DSM.

Antisocial Personality Disorder (APD)

The current official term for personality disorders predicting dangerousness, distinct from psychopathy.

Aggressive Narcissism

A key characteristic of psychopathy, involving a deceptive style, deficient affect, and an antisocial lifestyle.

Categorical Model of Psychopathy

A classification system that uses a yes/no approach to determine psychopathy.

Dimensional Model of Psychopathy

A classification system that views psychopathy as a continuum of traits.

Dual Deficit Model

A theory suggesting that psychopathy involves low levels of fear and anxiety.

PCL-R (Psychopathy Checklist-Revised)

A tool used to assess psychopathic traits, structured with a scoring system based on 20 items.

Criteria for Personality Disorders (DSM-IV-TR)

Involves behavior patterns that deviate from cultural norms, show early onset, and display inflexibility.

Cluster B Personality Disorders

A category that includes Antisocial Personality Disorder, Histrionic, Narcissistic, and Borderline disorders.

Kernberg’s Theory

A framework describing different levels of personality organization and their associated defense mechanisms.

Key Features of Psychopathy

Includes aggressive narcissism and an antisocial lifestyle that may lead to criminal behaviors.

Applications of Psychopathy in Criminal Justice

Profiling, rehabilitation, sentencing, and risk assessment related to violent behaviors.

Changes in DSM Over Time

The evolution of terms used to classify personalities, from Sociopathic Personality to Antisocial Personality Disorder.

PCL-R Characteristics

Seeks to differentiate between personality traits and behavioral traits through factor analysis.