Dark empaths combine empathy with narcissistic traits. They possess cognitive empathy but lack emotional sympathy. They appear charming in public but are manipulative in private. They have extremely high self-esteem and need constant attention
Psychopathy describes charming, manipulative individuals making up 1% of population. Psychopathy isn't an official mental health condition
Machiavellianism was introduced by Italian diplomat Niccolò Machiavelli in "Il Principe". Describes ruthless manipulation for personal gain and success. More common in men than women
Dark triad combines Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy. Individuals exhibit manipulative behavior and lack empathy. Traits emerge from genetic and environmental factors. Dark triad individuals often present charming facades
Ivy Dickens (formerly Charlie Rhodes) is introduced in Gossip Girl's fourth season. Born in Miami trailer park, lost father at age eight and grandmother at cancer. Hired by Carol Rhodes to gain access to her trust fund
Richard Christie and Florence Geis created Machiavellianism as a personality trait. Construct measures interpersonal manipulation and lack of empathy. Named after Machiavelli but not his political theories. Mach IV test became standard self-assessment tool