Neural fingerprint of the dark triad: Resting state BOLD power (fALFF) alterations in executive and default mode networks.
Cogn Affect Behav Neurosci November 4, 2025 DOI: 10.3758/s13415-025-01352-7 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractResting-state brain activity in regions of the executive and default mode networks differs in people with higher levels of dark triad traits (narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy). Specifically, fractional amplitude of low-frequency fluctuations (fALFF), a measure of spontaneous neural activity, is altered in these networks, suggesting a neural fingerprint associated with these personality traits.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Observational cohort Peer reviewed |
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| Key finding | Resting-state BOLD power (fALFF) is altered in executive and default mode networks in individuals with higher dark triad traits. |
Abstract
Neural fingerprint of the dark triad: Resting state BOLD power (fALFF) alterations in executive and default mode networks.