Psychopathy: Psychopathological Features and Criminal Responsibility
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Psychopathy, psychopathology, crime, criminal responsibility, antisocial personality disorderAbstract
Psychopathy, as a psychiatric construct, presents a unique challenge in the forensic context, characterized by traits of emotional insensitivity, manipulation, and antisocial behavior. The aim of this article is to describe the main psychopathological characteristics of psychopathy, highlighting its key concepts and implications in the forensic assessment of criminal responsibility, from the perspective of Brazilian jurisprudence.
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