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How Important is Empathy in our Society?
Empathy is more important socially than it is psychologically. The absence of empathy - for instance in the Narcissistic and Antisocial personality disorders - predisposes people to exploit and abuse others. Empathy is the bedrock of our sense of morality.

International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 10
Have you ever wondered how they came up with what classifies a 'mental disorder?' This article provides a look at how researchers have come up with the ICD - or international classification of diseases.

Serial and Mass Killers as Familiar Figures
Are most serial killers pathological narcissists? Is there a strong connection? Is the pathological narcissist more at risk of becoming a serial killer than a person not suffering from the disorder?

Should you confront his lover? [offsite link]
If your mate is cheating on you, should you confront his lover? Read an article about making this decision.

The Psychology of Stalkers
Some abusers will get the message over time that the relationship is over, however belatedly and reluctantly. Others – more vindictive and obsessed – continue to haunt their ex-spouses for years to come. These are the stalkers.

Why are we Fascinated by Evil and Evildoers?
Throughout human history, ferocity, mercilessness, and lack of empathy were extolled as virtues and enshrined in social institutions such as the army and the courts. Although usually deplorable in nature we are still curious. Read more to find out why.

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