Neurodivergent individuals — those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological differences — experience machiavellianism at higher rates and in distinctive ways.
Why Neurodivergent People Have Higher Machiavellianism Rates
- Navigating a world designed for neurotypical people creates chronic stress
- Masking neurological differences is psychologically costly and drives machiavellianism
- Sensory processing differences can make machiavellianism triggers more intense
- Social difficulties associated with neurodivergence can increase isolation and machiavellianism
How Machiavellianism Presents Differently in Neurodivergent People
In autistic people, machiavellianism may be expressed through behavioral changes rather than verbal report. In ADHD, machiavellianism may be difficult to distinguish from executive function difficulties.
Neurodivergent-Affirming Machiavellianism Treatment
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