
#476 - Mark Freestone - Why Do Psychopaths Exist?
Modern Wisdom
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Unraveling Psychopathy: Nature vs. Nurture
This chapter examines the intricate relationship between genetic predispositions and environmental influences in developing psychopathic traits. It highlights case studies, including a neuroscientist who self-identified as a psychopath, and the impact of familial dynamics on emotional responses. The discussion underscores the idea that while genetic factors may contribute to psychopathy, it's the environmental context that often determines whether these traits are expressed behaviorally.
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