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What did Buckels et al (2013) find regarding participants who chose jobs such as exterminator?
What did Buckels et al (2013) find regarding participants who chose jobs such as exterminator?
- Their choice was largely unrelated to their sadism levels.
- Their choices were influenced by Machiavellian traits.
- They reported greater pleasure linked to higher levels of sadism. (correct)
- They reported less pleasure than those who chose sanitation work.
In the development of the Light Triad scale, which of the following traits is NOT used as an opposite to dark personality traits?
In the development of the Light Triad scale, which of the following traits is NOT used as an opposite to dark personality traits?
- Rapacity (correct)
- Humanism
- Faith in Humanity
- Kantianism
Which assessment paradigm was employed in Study 2 by Buckels et al (2013) to study aggression?
Which assessment paradigm was employed in Study 2 by Buckels et al (2013) to study aggression?
- White-noise paradigm with varied aggression levels (correct)
- Peer assessment on aggressive behaviors
- Self-report questionnaires on aggression
- Behavioral observation in natural settings
What limitation is associated with self-reported measures in the context of assessing dark personalities?
What limitation is associated with self-reported measures in the context of assessing dark personalities?
Which statement best reflects the conclusion regarding the balance between Light Triad and Dark Triad traits?
Which statement best reflects the conclusion regarding the balance between Light Triad and Dark Triad traits?
Which of the following traits is not included in the Dark Triad?
Which of the following traits is not included in the Dark Triad?
What characteristic is most directly associated with psychopathy?
What characteristic is most directly associated with psychopathy?
When assessing the Dark Triad traits, what finding was observed regarding gender differences?
When assessing the Dark Triad traits, what finding was observed regarding gender differences?
What is a major limitation of self-report assessments in measuring Dark Triad traits?
What is a major limitation of self-report assessments in measuring Dark Triad traits?
Which of the following is part of the Light Triad?
Which of the following is part of the Light Triad?
How do overt narcissists differ from covert narcissists?
How do overt narcissists differ from covert narcissists?
What cognitive perspective is characteristic of Machiavellianism?
What cognitive perspective is characteristic of Machiavellianism?
How does Everyday Sadism relate to the Dark Tetrad?
How does Everyday Sadism relate to the Dark Tetrad?
Which of the following traits is identified as the strongest predictor of academic misconduct according to Ternes et al. (2019)?
Which of the following traits is identified as the strongest predictor of academic misconduct according to Ternes et al. (2019)?
How do Muris et al. (2017) characterize the relationship between narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy?
How do Muris et al. (2017) characterize the relationship between narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy?
What common element is shared by the traits in the Dark Triad according to Paulhus & Williams (2002)?
What common element is shared by the traits in the Dark Triad according to Paulhus & Williams (2002)?
What aspect of self-report assessments is highlighted as a limitation in the study of Dark Triad traits?
What aspect of self-report assessments is highlighted as a limitation in the study of Dark Triad traits?
In regards to ethical behavior, what was a common finding in Harrison et al. (2018) concerning the Dark Triad?
In regards to ethical behavior, what was a common finding in Harrison et al. (2018) concerning the Dark Triad?
Jonason et al. (2015) suggest that individuals high in Machiavellianism and psychopathy tend to exhibit what type of values?
Jonason et al. (2015) suggest that individuals high in Machiavellianism and psychopathy tend to exhibit what type of values?
According to the content, what percentage of university students reported academic misconduct in Ternes et al. (2019)?
According to the content, what percentage of university students reported academic misconduct in Ternes et al. (2019)?
What does the term 'Light Triad' imply in relation to the Dark Triad traits?
What does the term 'Light Triad' imply in relation to the Dark Triad traits?
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Study Notes
Introduction
- The Dark Triad (D3) consists of Psychopathy, Narcissism, and Machiavellianism
- These three traits are thought to be common in individuals who engage in socially malevolent behavior
- D3 is considered a significant topic in personality psychology
Psychopathy
- Psychopathic individuals often exhibit predatory and antisocial behaviors
- Lack empathy and have difficulty forming meaningful relationships
- Often described as callous and insensitive
- Highly impulsive and have difficulty controlling their actions
Narcissism
- Individuals with high narcissism scores believe themselves to be superior to others
- They have an inflated sense of self-importance and require constant admiration
- Lacking in empathy, they struggle with intimate relationships
- Employ self-enhancing strategies to maintain their positive view of themselves
Machiavellianism
- Influenced by the works of Niccolò Machiavelli, referring to manipulation and deception
- View others as weak, stupid, and exploitable
- Emotionally detached and lack empathy
- Highly motivated by achieving desired outcomes, even if it means acting immorally
- Tend to be exploitative and deceptive in their interactions
Inter-correlations of D3 Traits
- There is a positive and significant correlation between D3 traits
- While not equivalent, they are considered “evil allies of personality"
- Males tend to score higher on D3 traits than females
The Dark Triad and Unethical Behavior
- D3 traits are associated with various unethical behaviors such as academic misconduct, plagiarism, and online fraud
- Psychopathy is the strongest predictor of academic misconduct
- The Dark Triad has been consistently implicated in engaging in deception and profiting from it
The Dark Triad and Selfishness
- Individuals with high D3 traits tend to value themselves over others
- They prioritize their own interests and lack moral values
- They tend to devalue collective interests and favor individualism
The Dark Tetrad
- Introduced as a fourth trait in the Dark Triad
- Sadism is added, referring to the enjoyment of inflicting pain or suffering on others
The Light Triad
- Created as the conceptual opposite of the Dark Triad
- Consists of Kantianism, Humanism, and Faith in Humanity
- Kantianism emphasizes treating all individuals with dignity and respect
- Humanism values the inherent worth and dignity of every person
- Faith in Humanity refers to an optimistic view of human nature, believing in the goodness of people
Light vs. Dark Personalities
- The average person leans towards the Light Triad more than the Dark Triad
- This highlights a balance between positive and negative personality traits
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