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Sociopathy, self-actualization, and time

S H Getsinger

    Journal of Personality Assessment
    |August 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    This study compared male sociopaths and self-actualizers on temporal behavior, finding significant differences in time accuracy, delay, and evaluation. These findings offer insights into coping mechanisms and potential therapeutic interventions for time-related behaviors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Behavioral Science

    Background:

    • Sociopathy and self-actualization represent distinct psychological profiles.
    • Temporal behavior is a critical aspect of psychological functioning.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare temporal behavior in male sociopaths and self-actualizers.
    • To identify specific differences in time perception and evaluation between these groups.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparison of 15 male sociopaths and 15 self-actualizers (ages 18-30).
    • Utilized 18 measures of temporal behavior via estimation, projective, and questionnaire techniques.

    Main Results:

    • Significant differences were observed in half of the temporal behavior measures.
    • Key differentiating factors included time accuracy, delay, dominance, relatedness, and evaluation of time modes.

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    Conclusions:

    • Temporal behavior varies significantly between sociopathic and self-actualized individuals.
    • Findings support theoretical notions of time perception and its relation to coping.
    • Results suggest potential for therapeutic modification of time-linked behaviors.