Dark Triad

Psychology Today: LIBS1085 – Assignment # 1

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Student First and Last Name

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*you can find your section at the top of the screen in eConestoga when you are logged into LIBS 1085. This example shows SEC1 or section 1.

1. Provide an image of this individual below. Copy and paste an image below.

2. Why did you choose this person? In other words, describe why you think they fit this personality type. Be sure to include information related to their accomplishments, any controversies surrounding this person, and even their relationships (e.g., break ups, family relationships) that support your opinion. Refer to specific information found to highlight why they fit the dark triad. E.g., what they have done to those around them, actions that reflect certain traits etc. (1-2 paragraphs). Feel free to write directly in the text box provided. If necessary, you can expand the box by selecting the bottom middle of the box with your cursor and dragging it down.

3. Do you think that this person may be higher on one trait more so than the other(s)? E.g., Are they more narcissistic than psychopathic? Why or why not? Be sure to mention specific traits that align to support your response. E.g., I feel this way because they exhibit this… which is a trait that is most associated with …They are less likely to exhibit the following behaviours or attitudes, which indicates that they might be lower on … (1-2 paragraphs)

4. Theorize what it would be like to interact with your chosen individual in a variety of relationships (as a co-worker, as a supervisor, as a friend, as a romantic partner, as a family member). Next, give examples of how your chosen individual might act, speak, think, and the effect each of these might have on you as a person. (2-3 paragraphs).