Without conscience : the disturbing world of the psychopaths among us / Robert D. Hare.
Publication details: New York : Guilford Press, 1999.Description: xiii, 236 pages ; 21 cmISBN:- 1572304510
- 9781572304512
- 616.85/82 22
- RC555 .H365 1999
- WM 190 H275w 1999
- 44.91
- CW 8000
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Book | MHERC General | 616.85/82 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | Presenting a compelling portrait of these dangerous men and women based on 25 years of distinguished scientific research, Dr. Robert D. Hare vividly describes a world of con artists, hustlers, rapists, and other predators who charm, lie, and manipulate their way through life. Are psychopaths mad, or simply bad? How can they be recognized? And how can we protect ourselves? This book provides solid information and surprising insights for anyone seeking to understand this devastating condition. | A41295158 |
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Originally published: New York : Pocket Books, 1995.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-236).
Introduction : The Problem -- "Experiencing" the psychopath -- Focusing the picture -- The Profile : feelings and relationships -- The Profile : lifestyle -- Internal controls : the missing piece -- Crime : the logical choice -- White-collar psychopaths -- Words from an overcoat pocket -- Flies in the web -- The Roots of the problem -- The Ethics of labeling -- Can anything be done? -- A Survival guide -- Epilogue.
Presenting a compelling portrait of these dangerous men and women based on 25 years of distinguished scientific research, Dr. Robert D. Hare vividly describes a world of con artists, hustlers, rapists, and other predators who charm, lie, and manipulate their way through life. Are psychopaths mad, or simply bad? How can they be recognized? And how can we protect ourselves? This book provides solid information and surprising insights for anyone seeking to understand this devastating condition.--Publisher information.