For over 45 years, research investigating Machiavellianism has largely used the same
unidimensional approach, even though empirical research demonstrates that …

This study investigated the relationships between early maladaptive schemas (EMSs) and
smartphone addiction. The study further investigated the moderating role of mindfulness in …

Machiavellianism (Mach) and subclinical psychopathy are two widely studied antagonistic
personality traits with distinct theoretical conceptualizations. Mach is conceptualized by …

Machiavellianism captures one's cynical view of humanity and willingness to use immoral
means to achieve one's goals. Although Machiavellianism consists of views and tactics …

We investigated the development of narcissistic admiration (ie, the assertive or extraverted
dimension of narcissism; Back et al., 2013) and Machiavellianism (Mach) in early adulthood …

Background Machiavellianism (MACH) has repeatedly been proven to have a significant
adverse impact on physical and mental health. Greater insight into the mechanism of this …

Research on the dark triad traits (narcissism, Machiavellianism and psychopathy) is
increasingly focusing on the functional or dysfunctional influences of personality traits on …

Childrearing antecedents of Machiavellianism have been investigated, finding that cold,
rejecting, and neglecting parenting is associated with Machiavellianism. However, there is a …

Early maladaptive schemas (EMS) may contribute to the Dark Triad's (ie, Machiavellianism,
narcissism, psychopathy) dysfunctional workplace outcomes. EMS—the core concept of …

This paper describes the development and validation of the PS Personal Disposition
Inventory and discusses its psychometric properties. A thorough literature review has been …