David Shrinks believes psychopaths are "subclinical" from "summary" of The Psychopath Test by Jon Ronson
David Shrinks proposes a controversial idea about psychopaths: that they are not just the criminals and murderers we typically imagine, but also people who are highly successful and functional in society. He calls them "subclinical" psychopaths, suggesting that they may not exhibit the extreme behaviors commonly associated with psychopathy, but still possess many of the same traits. Shrinks believes that these subclinical psychopaths can be found in all walks of life, from CEOs to politicians to everyday individuals. They may not be violent or criminal, but they are still capable of manipulation, deceit, and a lack of empathy for others. In fact, Shrinks argues that their lack of empathy is what enables them to rise to the top in their fields, as they are willing to do whateve...
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