Psychopaths' brains wired to seek rewards, no matter the consequences
Sunday, March 14, 2010 - 16:28
in Psychology & Sociology
The brains of psychopaths appear to be wired to keep seeking a reward at any cost, new research finds. The research uncovers the role of the brain's reward system in psychopathy and opens a new area of study for understanding what drives these individuals.
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