Hervey M. Cleckley was an American psychiatrist who pioneered the clinical study of psychopathy. He is best known for his 1941 book The Mask of Sanity, which established the foundational criteria for identifying psychopathic traits. His work remains a central text in the fields
The Mask of Sanity
The Mask of Sanity
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This seminal work by Hervey Cleckley explores the concept of the psychopathic personality, often referred to as the "mask of sanity." Cleckley presents case studies and analysis to differentiate these individuals from those with more overt mental illnesses. It's a foundational text for understanding antisocial personality disorders.
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The mask of sanityUnknown, 1955
596 pages
MosbyLanguage: English3d ed.5 editions available
