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Do mirror neurons contribute to Antisocial Personality Disorder? A narrative review of evidence and theoretical models (Updated December 7, 2025).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2025. P. 753 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on the relationship between mirror neurons and Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), which is characterized by chronic impulsivity, social irresponsibility, and reduced empathy. It reviews research indicating that reduced activation in mirror neuron-related regions may correlate with antisocial traits, citing studies that link psychopathic traits to decreased motor cortex excitability. However, it also highlights conflicting evidence suggesting that individuals with psychopathic traits can modulate empathy, indicating that mirror neuron dysfunction may not fully explain ASPD. The article calls for further research using clinical samples to better understand this relationship and its implications for treatment. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2025/12, p753
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:190343526
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