Growing up in a chaotic environment where daily life feels unpredictable tends to be associated with specific psychopathic traits in adulthood, such as impulsivity and a lack of empathy. New research published in Personality and Individual Differences suggests that recalling a highly unstable childhood is positively linked to these traits, particularly among men. The findings provide evidence that different types of childhood adversity shape adult personality in distinct ways.
Psychopathy is…