The Four “Dark Personality” Traits

Psychopaths, narcissists, and sadists, oh my! Personality psychologist Del Paulhus has bucked the positive psychology trend, with a series of rigorous studies delving into the "Dark Side" of human personality. He has shown that four dark traits have distinct but often unexpected consequences in the workplace and in relationships. read more

Source: Psychology Today Personality Center - December 19, 2014 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Douglas T. Kenrick, Ph.D. Tags: Evolutionary Psychology Law and Crime Personality Work Dark Tetrad Dark Triad of Personality Machiavellians narcissists psychopaths sadists Source Type: news