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Inside the Brain of a Psychopath

Offered By: Institute of Human Anatomy via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the intricate workings of a psychopath's brain in this 34-minute video from the Institute of Human Anatomy. Delve into the physical differences in nervous systems of individuals with Antisocial Personality Disorder, examining topics such as Cluster B personality disorders, the distinction between psychopaths and sociopaths, and the role of serotonin and genetics in brain development. Investigate the contributing factors to psychopathy, the challenges in studying psychopaths, and the brain's empathy and rational centers. Learn about the impact of childhood trauma, common behaviors of psychopaths and sociopaths, and current approaches to treating Antisocial Personality Disorder. Gain insights into the complexities of diagnosing and addressing these conditions, concluding with a discussion on the importance of logic in understanding and potentially addressing these mental health issues.

Syllabus

Intro.
Cluster B Personality Disorders.
Psychopath vs Sociopath.
Serotonin Creation/Action.
MAOA and Genetics.
Genetics and Psychopathy.
Function of Serotonin.
Serotonin and the Fetal Brain.
Why Men Are More Commonly Psychopathic.
The Contributing Factors of Psychopathy.
The Struggle of Studying Psychopaths.
The Empathy Center of the Brain.
The Rational Center of the Brain.
Childhood Trauma and the Brain.
Sociopathy and Childhood Trauma.
The Common Behaviors of Psychopaths and Sociopaths.
Unique Behaviors of Psychopaths.
Unique Behaviors of Sociopaths.
Treating Antisocial Personality Disorder.
Justin's Opinion on a Solution.
Why You Can't Diagnose Children.
The Impossible Task Ahead of Us.
The Importance of Logic.


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Institute of Human Anatomy

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