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A new study published in the European Journal of Neuroscience has found that certain personality traits associated with the so-called Dark Triad are linked to specific patterns in brain structure. Using a machine learning approach to analyze brain scans, the researchers discovered that these traits are associated with different brain networks involved in reward processing, social reasoning, and executive control. While narcissism was linked to reduced brain concentration in reward-related areas, Machiavellianism showed an opposite pattern in brain regions associated with strategic thinking. “In recent years, societal changes—particularly the rise of individualism, social media culture, and increased polarization—have coincided with what seems to be a growth in behaviors associated with the Dark Triad traits (narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy),” said study author Richard Bakiaj, a psychologist and doctoral student working in the Clinical and Affective Neuroscience Lab at the University of Trento.. “Given the significant social, economic, and psychological costs these traits impose, understanding their origins and neural underpinnings could provide crucial insights. By exploring the biological foundations alongside psychological and social factors, we aim not only to better grasp why these traits manifest, but also to inform more targeted prediction, prevention, and rehabilitation strategies, especially for individuals at risk of developing severe antisocial or pathological behaviors.”The researchers analyzed brain scans from 201 adults, nearly evenly split by gender and averaging 32 years old. The participants completed a psychological questionnaire measuring each of the three Dark Triad traits. The team then used a machine learning technique called transposed independent vector analysis, or tIVA, to identify distinct networks in the brain’s grey and white matter—two types of tissue responsible for processing and transmitting information, respectively.
Neuroscientists use AI to uncover distinct brain networks linked to narcissism and Machiavellianism

Vegas » Today, 10:28 am » wrote: ↑

Today, 10:28 am

@Blackvegetable  

There may be help for these losers after all. Narcissism cannot be treated with meds and therapy has a very low success rate. In short, once a narcissist, always a narcissist. BV is a poster child for this disorder.

It turns out, that it may be due to specific connections in their neural networks that induce their cowardice and delusions of grandeur. I love AI. More specifically in medicine. It's possible that an AI can reverse these connections. If so, then they can research whether it's possible to reverse the brain chemistry in depression, anxiety, bipolar, or schizophrenia. Though big pharma would never allow it. However, since personality disorders cannot be treated by meds anyway, then big pharma won't get in the way. 

This is revolutionary, you all. Good stuff. Can you imagine a society where the BVs of the world were adequately treated?