Dark triad

Rachel A. Plouffe, Claire A. Wilson, Martin M. Smith

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Abstract

The present chapter provides a concise review of the personality construct referred to as the Dark Triad. First, a broad overview of the Dark Triad is provided and the theoretical overlap between psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism is discussed. Following this, the unique aspects of subclinical psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism are outlined. Finally, the most prominent self-report measures of the Dark Triad are reviewed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Wiley Encyclopedia of Personality and Individual Differences
Subtitle of host publicationPersonality Processes and Individual Differences
EditorsBernardo J. Carducci, Christopher S. Nave, Annamaria Di Fabio, Donald H. Saklofske, Con Stough
PublisherWiley
Pages101-106
Number of pages6
Volume3
ISBN (Electronic)9781119547174
ISBN (Print)9781119057536
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 6 Nov 2020

Keywords

  • Assessment
  • Dark Triad
  • Machiavellianism
  • Narcissism
  • Personality
  • Psychopathy

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Psychology

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