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166. Schizoid & Schizotypal Personality Disorders

L.A. Not So Confidential: The Premier Forensic Psychology Podcast

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Understanding Dissociation and Violence

This chapter explores the concept of dissociation and violence, particularly focusing on a case study of an individual with schizoid personality disorder who committed murder. It discusses the prevalence of dissociative symptoms among prisoners and examines how individuals with schizoid personality disorder may become perpetrators of brutal offenses when feeling threatened. The chapter also mentions the grace reinforcement sensitivity theory and its application to understanding traumatic events.

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