Essi Viding

Essi Viding, a Professor of Developmental Psychopathology at University College London, dives into the intricacies of psychopathy, a personality disorder often misunderstood. She explains the core traits, like a lack of empathy and guilt, shedding light on how emotions differ in those with these traits. Viding discusses the early signs of psychopathy emerging in children and the factors influencing its development, emphasizing the role of genetics and environment. She also advocates for public education to help individuals recognize potential manipulative behaviors.