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The Mask of Sanity: Clinical Perspectives on Psychopathy and Antisocial Personality Disorder in 2026

"The phrase "The Mask of Sanity" refers to the seminal 1941 work by Dr. Hervey Cleckley, which remains the foundational text for modern clinical definitions of psychopathy. This article examines the contemporary diagnostic framework of Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) and the psychopathic construct within the 2026 mental health landscape. Defining the Psychopathic Construct in Modern Psychiatry In 2026, the clinical community continues to distinguish between the broad diagnostic criteria for Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) found in the DSM-5-TR and the more specialized construct of psychopathy. While ASPD focuses primarily on obse..."

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