A study in Belgium found that high levels of Dark Triad traits are linked to anhedonia and alexithymia in women, but not in ...

A new study published in Acta Psychologica has found that specific personality traits may predispose senior managers to ...

We’ve all likely heard of narcissism and psychopathy, but did you know that it’s possible to show signs of both—plus a third set of manipulative traits? It’s called the dark triad, and it’s a way ...

"Knowing your own darkness is the best method for dealing with the darknesses of other people." —Carl Jung What is our fascination with "dark personalities"? So many of us, like the proverbial moth to ...

The Dark Triad attempts to capture manipulative, exploitative traits that are not represented by the Big 5, a five-factor model of the core traits of an individual’s personality which is considered ...

While most of us would see a hug as something positive, new research from New York's Binghamton University suggests that not every embrace comes from a place of affection—in fact, quite the opposite.

Want to stay current with Arthur’s writing? Sign up to get an email every time a new column comes out. We all have stories of meeting people who appeared wonderful at first but turned out to be just ...

Online personality tests have been popular on the internet for years, from the Myers-Briggs quiz to for-fun "which character are you" questionnaires. One test, the Short Dark Triad or SD3, has been ...

The psychological theory of personality known as the Dark Triad—narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism—often carries a sinister undertone. When it comes to leaders, research has shown that ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

Understanding the complex dynamics in any profession requires a nuanced understanding of human behavior. The fire service, with its inherent dangers, intense pressure, and life-or-death decisions, is ...