Annu Rev Clin Psychol July 2008 PMID 18370617

Psychopathy as a clinical and empirical construct.

Robert D Hare, Craig S Neumann

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Discussions reflect a positive reception emphasizing the relevance of Hare’s construct and DSM recognition, with examples like mentions of 'psychopathy as a clinical and empirical construct' and its implications for diagnosis and research, conveyed through words like 'great read' and 'important' that highlight their engagement and perceived significance.

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Most discussions recognize the importance of the article, especially highlighting the clinical and empirical approaches, indicating general agreement with its conclusions.

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Comments show moderate interest, with users referencing aspects like the DSM's recognition and the significance of Hare’s work, rather than detailed critique.

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References to the DSM and neurobiological insights imply that the article influences ongoing discussions in clinical and research settings.

Abstract in brief

  • This review discusses how the concept of psychopathy has been shaped by early clinical studies, like those of Cleckley, and by modern assessment tools like the Hare Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCLR).
  • Critics argue that the PCLR may have strayed from Cleckley's original descriptions due to its reliance on a limited patient sample, which has led to concerns about its uncritical acceptance in research.
  • The authors suggest that current understanding of psychopathy is better informed by ongoing empirical research into genetics, personality, and neurobiology, rather than strictly adhering to early clinical models, and they propose directions for future studies.]

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Psychopathy Society
@SSSpsychopathy · X

@BethAV “Psychopathy as a Clinical and Empirical Construct” by @cosmiccragg and Bob Hare: https://t.co/6GAhiSvraV

Apr 23, 2019 · 4 likes · 1 share · 1,546 followers View post →
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@LauraAllen55 · X

@BetsyBG @ChavezRavine7 @TheNextHigh @diatribestress @AndyOstroy @realDonaldTrump @FoxNews The DSM has also officially recognized/listed psychopathy as a specifier of ASPD. This is important as considering it more than merely descriptions of behaviors. Hare’s and Neumann’s ‘Psychopathy as a clinical and empirical construct’ is a great read for more insight! Anything...

Dec 16, 2019 · 1 like · 1,373 followers View post →

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@LauraAllen55 · X

@BetsyBG @ChavezRavine7 @TheNextHigh @diatribestress @AndyOstroy @realDonaldTrump @FoxNews The DSM has also officially recognized/listed psychopathy as a specifier of ASPD. This is important as considering it more than merely descriptions of behaviors. Hare’s and Neumann’s ‘Psychopathy as a clinical and empirical construct’ is a great read for more insight! Anything...

Dec 16, 2019 · 1 like · 1,373 followers View post →
Julie Blais
@JulieBlais9 · X

RT @SSSpsychopathy: @BethAV “Psychopathy as a Clinical and Empirical Construct” by @cosmiccragg and Bob Hare: https://t.co/6GAhiSvraV

Apr 23, 2019 · 1 share · 647 followers View post →
Psychopathy Society
@SSSpsychopathy · X

@BethAV “Psychopathy as a Clinical and Empirical Construct” by @cosmiccragg and Bob Hare: https://t.co/6GAhiSvraV

Apr 23, 2019 · 4 likes · 1 share · 1,546 followers View post →
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