Personality Test – PsychoEdu Global Media https://psychoeduglobal.com We are focused on providing educational and informational content related to psychology and mental health on a global scale. Sun, 24 Dec 2023 14:29:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://psychoeduglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cropped-psychoeduglobal-logo-final-1-32x32.png Personality Test – PsychoEdu Global Media https://psychoeduglobal.com 32 32 Two Types of Criminal Minds https://psychoeduglobal.com/two-types-of-psychopathy/ Sun, 19 Nov 2023 16:35:10 +0000 https://psychologyofcriminalmind.com/?p=855 A study (Dargis & Koenigs, 2018) confirmed the early claim of the existence of two types of psychopathy finding that the high-NA subgroup of psychopathic offenders scored higher on Negative Affect scales and reported significantly greater emotional and physical abuse, as well as emotional neglect, compared to the low-NA subgroup. The low-NA subgroup, on the other hand, scored significantly higher on the Positive Affect scale than the comparison group.

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Why Do We Need Trauma-Informed Care?

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A study (Dargis & Koenigs, 2018) confirmed the early claim of the existence of two types of psychopathy finding that the high-NA subgroup of psychopathic offenders scored higher on Negative Affect scales and reported significantly greater emotional and physical abuse, as well as emotional neglect, compared to the low-NA subgroup. The low-NA subgroup, on the other hand, scored significantly higher on the Positive Affect scale than the comparison group.

Drawing from a study involving a sample size of 110 criminal offenders with psychopathic tendencies, the findings endorse a dual-subtype framework of psychopathy, wherein distinct subgroups exhibit notable variations in their levels of negative affect. Furthermore, the data indicate that one faction of psychopathic offenders displays a more extensive record of childhood maltreatment. To be precise, the subgroup with elevated levels of negative affect reported significantly higher instances of emotional and physical abuse, along with emotional neglect during their childhood.

This study tested a two-subtype model of psychopathy in a sample of incarcerated, psychopathic offenders. The two subtypes were defined by high and low levels of Negative Affect (NA). The study found that the high-NA subgroup (equivalent to Stage 1 group; Kim, 2021) of psychopathic offenders reported significantly greater emotional and physical abuse, as well as emotional neglect, compared to the low-NA subgroup (Stage 2 group; Kim, 2021). The low-NA subgroup, on the other hand, scored significantly higher on the Positive Affect scale than the comparison group. The authors suggest that the two-subtype model of psychopathy may have important implications for understanding the etiology and treatment of psychopathy.

The authors note that there is a large body of work indicating that varying forms of childhood maltreatment are associated with differential developmental outcomes, and that investigating the specific types of maltreatment that offenders experience may help inform the potential etiological pathways by which the experience of trauma contributes to the development of psychopathy. They claimed that while future research should maintain its focus on examining the influence of early life trauma on the emergence of psychopathic characteristics and subcategories, it’s equally crucial to contemplate the potential effects of trauma experiences on the success of treatments for adult offenders displaying psychopathic traits. Despite the limited knowledge surrounding effective psychopathy treatment, they concluded, there is a possibility that adult psychopathic offenders with high levels of negative affect might exhibit a more positive response to trauma-informed or trauma-focused interventions.

Dargis M, Koenigs M. Two subtypes of psychopathic criminals differ in negative affect and history of childhood abuse. Psychol Trauma. 2018 Jul;10(4):444-451. doi: 10.1037/tra0000328. Epub 2017 Oct 16. PMID: 29035064; PMCID: PMC5902659.

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]]> Beyond the Surface: Exploring the Dark Side of Personality https://psychoeduglobal.com/title-beyond-the-surface-exploring-the-dark-side-of-personality/ Tue, 07 Nov 2023 02:28:13 +0000 https://psychoeduglobal.com/?p=25657 In the realm of psychology, personality models like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), the Five-Factor Model, or the Enneagram have long been used to categorize and understand human behavior. However, a recent study by Scholz et al. (2021) suggests that these models may not fully capture the complexity of human personality, particularly its darker, more […]

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]]> In the realm of psychology, personality models like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), the Five-Factor Model, or the Enneagram have long been used to categorize and understand human behavior. However, a recent study by Scholz et al. (2021) suggests that these models may not fully capture the complexity of human personality, particularly its darker, more antagonistic aspects.

The study, published in the Journal of Personality, argues for a dimensional approach to personality disorders, which are often the extreme, maladaptive variants of traits that can be found to some degree in all individuals. Traditional models tend to overlook the nuanced spectrum of personality, especially when it comes to traits that are socially aversive or detrimental to interpersonal relationships.

Scholz and colleagues identify seven key traits that are indicative of what they term “antagonistic psychopathology”: dishonesty, grandiosity, callousness, risk-taking, impulsivity, hostility, and low agreeableness. These traits, they argue, cannot be neatly categorized into the existing personality models, which tend to focus on more socially desirable or neutral traits.

The implications of this research

The study’s dimensional approach to personality disorders implies that equating antagonism solely with low agreeableness is an oversimplification. It fails to capture the behavioral and cognitive aspects of antagonism adequately. The Dark Factor of Personality (D) emerges as a more balanced and comprehensive representation of antagonistic traits, suggesting that a blend of multiple basic personality dimensions is necessary to fully understand these traits.

By acknowledging and empirically testing these additional dimensions of personality, psychologists can develop a more comprehensive understanding of individuals who may struggle with these traits. This, in turn, can lead to more effective treatment options, tailored to address the complex interplay of traits that contribute to a person’s overall personality profile.

Moreover, this study challenges the psychological community to rethink the way we classify and interpret personality. It underscores the importance of considering the full spectrum of personality traits, including those that are often stigmatized or misunderstood. In doing so, it opens the door to a more inclusive and accurate understanding of human nature.

As we continue to explore the depths of the human psyche, studies like that of Scholz et al. remind us that the dark side of personality is not just a footnote in psychological assessment but a significant chapter that deserves our attention and understanding.

Its Implication in relation to the proposed PPPI (Planet Phase Personality Inventory) proposed by Roland Kim (2022).

The study by Scholz et al. is a call to action for the psychological community to expand its horizons and embrace a more dimensional approach to personality. This approach not only enhances our understanding of personality disorders but also paves the way for more effective and targeted treatment strategies through such instruments as PPPI that captures both bright and dark personality within each stage of the five personality dimensions. By doing so, we can hope to not only better understand the darker aspects of human nature but also to provide more nuanced support to those whose personalities traverse these shadowed paths.

reference:

Scholz, D. D., Hilbig, B. E., Moshagen, M., & Thielmann, I. (2021). Antagonistic psychopathology: A dimensional approach to personality disorders. Journal of Personality, 89(3), 449-464. https://doi.org/10.1111/jopy.12601

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