psychopathic

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The psychopathic apple may not fall too far from the traumatized tree, is all I’m saying.

From Salon • Feb. 10, 2025

She writes: “While I could easily identify with most of the traits on the sociopathic and psychopathic checklists, I was only able to relate to about half of the antisocial ones.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2024

It provides services to people who are detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 and are classified as having a learning disability, mental illness or psychopathic disorder, or both.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2024

“His portrayal of Joe Davola managed to feel real and grounded and psychopathic and absurd and hilarious all at the same time,” Mr. Charles wrote on social media.

From New York Times • Jan. 13, 2024

But the worst part is that for the few minutes every hour when I’m not psychopathic, I know that to be with Brian: I would give all ten fingers.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson