Cognitive distortions in male patients with antisocial personality disorder.

Psychology of Violence 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jelle J. Sijtsema, Madeleine J.N. Rijckmans, Jill Lobbestael, Maaike Cima
DOI: 10.1037/vio0000645
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Abstract

Cognitive distortions were generally more prevalent among patients with antisocial personality disorder, but not more strongly associated with aggression than in nonpatients. Differences between patients and nonpatients with respect to cognitive distortions largely depended on the instrument that was used to assess distortions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Psychopathy Forensic Psychiatry Sexual Offending Personality Disorders and Psychopathology Personality Traits and Psychology

Publication details

Journal / source
Psychology of Violence
Publication date
12 January 2026
Language
EN