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

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Psychopath

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

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Sociopath

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

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Antisocial Personality Disorder (APD)

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

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Aggressive Narcissism

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

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Categorical Model of Psychopathy

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

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Dimensional Model of Psychopathy

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

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Dual Deficit Model

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

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PCL-R (Psychopathy Checklist-Revised)

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

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Criteria for Personality Disorders (DSM-IV-TR)

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

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Cluster B Personality Disorders

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

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Kernberg’s Theory

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

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Key Features of Psychopathy

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

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Applications of Psychopathy in Criminal Justice

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

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Changes in DSM Over Time

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

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PCL-R Characteristics

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