In psychology, we tend to avoid qualitative personal descriptors, especially evil—even though it's one of the most heavily discussed topics in the history of discussing anything. What is it? While ...

Malignant narcissism involves many of the typical traits of narcissism but takes them to a more intense and sinister level. Jasper James via Getty Images It’s hard enough dealing with garden-variety ...

We’ve all likely heard of narcissism and psychopathy, but did you know that it’s possible to show signs of both—plus a third set of manipulative traits? It’s called the dark triad, and it’s a way ...

Have you ever felt manipulated by a superior or come across individuals who demand worship, expect underserved praise all the time, full of ego, pride, self-importance and lack empathy?They are ...

Dark personalities may not just be uncaring, self-obsessed and skilled at manipulation—but they may also look trustworthy, according to a new study that sheds light on how physical appearance can ...

The burgeoning of research on the dark triad is perhaps unprecedented in psychology. But a new paper explains why it’s finally time to drop the term altogether.

Dan Jones, an associate professor in management who researches toxic personality traits and how it can lead to unethical behavior, answers questions about what makes a master manipulator and how to ...

During my career, I had the unfortunate experience of working with someone I now believe to be a malignant narcissist. I didn’t know they were a malignant narcissist at first. I found them to be ...

Psychologists have zeroed in on a series of eating habits that could give you a clue that the person sitting across the ...