8 Weird Behaviors Tied to Psychopathy

Number 7: They seemingly don’t feel fear.

Psychopaths are thought to have less brain activity in areas that handle fear and anxiety. Because of this, they might have difficulty recognizing and dealing with these emotions effectively. This lack of fear often shows in their calm demeanor, even in situations that would normally make others anxious. Let’s consider a psychopath standing at the edge of a cliff. You’ll notice that they show no fear whatsoever. This lack of fear in psychopaths can make them more likely to engage in risky actions without the usual caution that most people have. It also contributes to their tendency towards being aggressive towards others, or worse, violent.

Number 8: They stare at others seemingly without blinking.

Psychopaths are known for their tendency to give others a creepy stare, holding eye contact without blinking much. It’s called the predatory gaze and can be really unsettling if you’re on the receiving end of it. One possible reason for this behavior is that people with psychopathic traits might struggle to form emotional connections with others. When we see someone with empathy and genuine interest, we naturally blink as a way to establish rapport and connect. However, psychopaths don’t really feel this need to connect to someone emotionally. This leads to their longer periods of uninterrupted gazing at that person.

Moreover, psychopaths might use the strategy of intense staring to intimidate or assert dominance over others. It’s a manipulative tactic aimed at unsettling or provoking a reaction in others. By maintaining unbroken eye contact, to the point of not blinking, they can make others feel uneasy. This also allows them to create a power play in their interactions that’s in their favor.