Beneath the Mask: The Controversial Search for Successful Psychopathy
Traditionally, psychopathic personality (psychopathy) has been viewed as linked to maladaptive behaviors, such as criminality. In this talk, Dr. Lilienfeld will examine the controversial possibility that some of the same traits that are associated with psychopathy, such as superficial char, social poise, fearlessness, and risk-taking, also predispose to successful interpersonal behavior in some realms, such as business and politics. He will discuss criticisms of this notion and present a recent program of research that examines the implications of boldness for adaptive behavior in the real-world.
Date: Thursday, February 12, from 2:30 – 4:00pm
Location: SA 306