The Psychopath Test (Jon Ronson)

"The Psychopath Test" by Jon Ronson explores the nature of psychopathy and how it’s diagnosed. It examines how some people with psychopathic traits—such as lack of empathy and manipulativeness—can be found in various fields, including business and the criminal justice system. The book questions whether psychopathy is a clear, scientific category or more of a spectrum, and discusses the dangers of overdiagnosis and labels. Through interviews and stories, it invites readers to reconsider assumptions about mental health, humanity, and the factors that contribute to psychopathic behavior.