Hare's Psychopathy Model

Hare's Psychopathy Model, developed by psychologist Robert Hare, identifies a personality disorder characterized by specific traits. It emphasizes characteristics like superficial charm, lack of empathy, manipulativeness, and impulsive behavior. Hare created the Psychopathy Checklist (PCL-R), a tool used to assess these traits in individuals, particularly focusing on their emotional and interpersonal relationships. This model helps differentiate between individuals who may commit crimes without psychopathy and those who demonstrate these distinct antisocial behaviors, aiding in criminal profiling and treatment approaches. It is widely used in forensic psychology to understand and manage psychopathy in various contexts.