Psychopaths are more common than we think from "summary" of The Psychopath Test by Jon Ronson
The idea that psychopaths are more prevalent than we realize is a disturbing thought. We often think of psychopaths as being rare, lurking in the darkest corners of society, waiting to strike. However, as I delved deeper into the world of psychopathy, I discovered that they may be closer to us than we think. It's not just the criminal psychopaths who grab headlines that we need to worry about. In fact, many psychopaths hold positions of power and influence in society. They may not be wielding knives or guns, but their lack of empathy and remorse can have devastating consequences. These "successful psychopaths" may be CEOs, politicians, or even surgeons, using their charm and manipulation to get ahead at the expense of others. But how can we identify these psychopaths in our midst? One of the key traits of psychopathy is a lack of empathy. Psychopaths see others as mere objects to be manipulated for t...
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