Revert to the current war the world is waging against the scourge of coronavirus, some Brazilian Scientists have linked resistance to the coronavirus’ safety measures with traits of Antisocial Personality Disorder.
Their study was the first of its kind in Latin America and surveyed over 1,500 people aged 18-73.
Analyzing the research sample, two profiles were identified: an antisocial pattern profile resistant to covid-19 safety measures and an empathy pattern profile compliant.
The antisocial profile was linked to higher scores in the personality questions related to hostility, impulsiveness, irresponsibility, risk-taking and manipulativeness, which are common traits of people with Antisocial personality disorder
The empathy pattern profile showed higher affective resonance scores and lower scores in the traits associated with Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD).
The team who conducted the study said they hoped the findings would help persuade health officials to educate people and influence their policies.
“Through screenings that demonstrate an elevation in these [ASPD] traits, interventions can be carried out aiming at greater awareness and consequent compliance with containment measures,” the team explained.