Those With High Scores On A Psychopath Test Are Better At Creative Thinking, The Arts
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A new study by researchers at De La Salle University in the Philippines suggests those with psychopathic tendencies are often very creative, suggesting the ability to think boldly and ruthlessly can help with the development of great ideas. In certain contexts, psychopathy can be a good thing.Numerous studies have shown a lack of empathy can be advantageous in the business world.Interestingly, the new study shows that uninhibited psychopathy can boost the creative spark,something different from carefully applied Machiavellian plans. The team had 503 participants take a survey to determine their dark triad score — how narcissistic, psychopathic, and Machiavellian they were. In the second part of the study, the scientists questioned participants about 10 different creative areas, including visual arts, dancing, scientific discovery, and culinary arts. Besides listing their activities, participants also ranked their level of achievement in the creative pursuit, ranging from beginner, to taking lessons, to having their work appear in national publications. High psychopathic scores correlated strongly with high creative achievement scores. Narcissism was associated with high creative achievement scores as well, but the researchers noted that narcissistic people would be likely to self-enhance, meaning they would lie about their achievements.
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