Psychopathy cannot be cured from "summary" of The Psychopath Test by Jon Ronson
Psychopathy cannot be cured. That was the message I kept hearing from the experts I spoke to. They told me that psychopaths lack empathy, guilt, and remorse - qualities that are essential for moral behavior. Without these qualities, they are unlikely to respond to traditional forms of therapy or rehabilitation. I learned that psychopaths view the world differently from the rest of us. They see people as objects to be manipulated for their own gain. They are skilled at mimicking emotions and manipulating others to get what they want. This lack of empathy makes it difficult for them to form genuine connections with others. Experts explained to me that psychopathy is a complex condition with genetic and environmental factors at play. While some psychopaths may exhibit violent or criminal behavior, others may lead seemingly normal lives. However, they all share a common disregard for the feelings and rights of others. Despite advances in the field of psychology, there is currently no known cure for psych...
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