“Traits that are common among psychopathic serial killers--a grandiose sense of self-worth, persuasiveness, superficial charm, ruthlessness, lack of remorse, and the manipulation of others--are also shared by politicians and world leaders.” — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“Their analysis revealed that a number of psychopathic attributes were actually more common in business leaders than in so-called disturbed criminals--attributes such as superficial charm, egocentricity, persuasiveness, lack of empathy, independence, and focus--and the main difference between the groups was… — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“The most prolific and accomplished hunters were not the most bloodthirsty and indefatigable. They were the most cool and empathetic. They were the ones… — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“Psychopathy is like sunlight. Overexposure can hasten one’s demise in grotesque, carcinogenic fashion. But regulated exposure at controlled and optimal levels can have a… — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“My conscience certainly feels like it's been spiked with moral Rohypnol.” — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“Every society needs particular individuals to do its dirty work for it.” — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“Jamie's eyes narrow. 'I ain't pulling over for no one.' he shoots back. 'But if you fancy a ride, hop in.” — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“What if our better nature wasn't better after all? But was instead, well, just nature?” — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“I think the problem is that people spend so much time worrying about what might happen, what might go wrong, that they completely lose… — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“Because of these exaggerated dopamine responses, once they focus on the chance to get a reward, psychopaths are unable to alter their attention until… — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“The problem with a lot of people is that what they think is a virtue is actually a vice in disguise. It's much easier… — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“Reading a book carves brand-new neural pathways into the ancient cortical bedrock of our brains. It transforms the way we see the world. Makes… — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“The psychopath emerges as anything up to five times more likely to beat, rape, kill, or mutilate his way back behind bars.” — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
“The volunteers displaying high levels of psychopathic traits released almost four times as much dopamine in response to the stimulant as did their non-psychopathic… — Kevin Dutton Copy Share Image
