A review by jenniferbbookdragon
The Psychopath Whisperer: The Science of Those Without Conscience by Kent A. Kiehl

informative medium-paced

4.0

A blend of hard core neuroscience and case studies,  with the professional and personal journey of the author providing the framework for a deep dive into what a psychopath is and how they can be identified early. Kiehl is clearly brilliant and a leader in the study of psychopathy, especially in the use of functional MRI technology to determine neurological differences between "normal " brains and psychopathic ones. The implications for psychological treatment,  criminal law, and correctional institutions are significant. 
I appreciate his extraordinary work and his willingness to collaborate across disciplines to find ways to actually help create a more informed and integrated legal and mental health system. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Animal cruelty, Bullying, Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Violence, Medical content, and Murder

Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Child death, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Kidnapping, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment, Alcohol, and Classism

The discussion of violence is presented in the context of individual psychopaths' personal histories as both victims and offenders.