Psychopathy, often incorrectly used interchangeably with sociopathy, is a complex personality disorder characterized by a profound lack of empathy, remorse, and shallow emotions. Individuals with psychopathy tend to be manipulative, impulsive, and may engage in criminal behavior. It’s crucial to understand that Psychopathy is not a clinical diagnosis in the strictest sense. The Diagnostic and… Continue reading Psychopathy: Understanding the Antisocial Personality
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Human Behavior Courses at Stanford University
Stanford University offers a wide range of lectures and courses related to human behavior across various departments and programs. These lectures cover topics such as psychology, neuroscience, sociology, anthropology, and behavioral economics. While I don’t have access to a specific “Lecture Collection Human Behavior” from Stanford University, I can provide an overview of the types… Continue reading Human Behavior Courses at Stanford University
Subcortical Circuits
Subcortical circuits refer to neural pathways located beneath the cerebral cortex in the brain. These circuits play crucial roles in regulating various functions such as motor control, emotion, memory, and arousal. Subcortical structures include the basal ganglia, thalamus, hypothalamus, amygdala, hippocampus, and brainstem nuclei. Subcortical circuits often work in concert with the cerebral cortex to… Continue reading Subcortical Circuits