An alternative explanation for cross-cultural differences in the expression of psychopathy

Melinda R. Wernke; Matthew T. Huss

doi:10.1016/j.avb.2008.04.004

An alternative explanation for cross-cultural differences in the expression of psychopathy

Melinda R. Wernke, Matthew T. Huss

Department of Psychological Science

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Abstract

Multicultural research has shown that rates of psychopathy differ between North America and Europe. Many suggestions have been given to help explain this divergence, including: cultural factors, migration, and inter-rater effects. However, past research has not explored the possibility that samples may be inherently different independent of a cultural factor. This paper explores the prospect of multicultural samples differing due to effects of the legal system. Research suggests that incarceration policies may affect the percentage of psychopaths in the prison systems, where the majority of psychopathy research takes place. Future research and policy implications are discussed to further explore this possibility.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	229-236
Number of pages	8
Journal	Aggression and Violent Behavior
Volume	13
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.avb.2008.04.004
State	Published - Jun 1 2008

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Pathology and Forensic Medicine
Clinical Psychology
Psychiatry and Mental health

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