KENT A. KIEHL, PhD, is an executive science offi-cer of the nonprofit Mind Research Network and a professor of psychology, neurosciences, and law at the University of New Mexico. In addition to authoring more than 130 articles in peer-reviewed publications, Kiehl has writ-ten for Scientific American, has appeared on NPR, and was profiled by John Seabrook in The New Yorker. He currently directs five major NIH-funded projects in psychopathy and related mental illnesses. He lectures extensively to state and federal judges, lawyers, cor-rectional officials, and lay audiences about the inter-section of neuroscience and the law.
"A world-renowned researcher of psychopaths delves into the origins
of their behavior, especially as it relates to the inner workings
of the brain...Navigates these issues and more with compassion and
insight. Fast-paced and thrilling." -Kirkus Reviews
"In this compassionate study, Kiehl, professor of psychology,
neurosciences, and law at the University of New Mexico, attempts to
provide a way to understand and improve the lives of
psychopaths...Kiehl's goal is not to sensationalize, but rather to
learn and assist...His pedigree speaks volumes: he has devoted a
good portion of his career to this oft-maligned population."
-Publishers Weekly
"A renowned neuroscientist provides us with a fascinating
account of his personal journey into the mind of the psychopath."
-Robert D. Hare, Professor Emeritus, University of British
Columbia, author of Without Conscience "A lucid and closely
observed portrait of what psychopaths are actually like, with their
chilling combination of moral apathy and charm, by one of the
leading researchers and innovators in the field. A Fascinating and
terrifying book, and a potential life saver." -John Seabrook,
The New Yorker "A must read! Dr. Kiehl's stories about
psychopaths are as authentic as can be. I found Dr. Kiehl's
research formed the backbone of my work in analyzing the behavioral
signature of a psychopath left behind at the crime scene. Whether
you work in mental health, law enforcement, the judiciary or
research, don't trust your gut about this disorder- learn about it
from one of the foremost experts in the field." -Mary Ellen
O'Toole, Special Agent (retired), Behavioral Analysis Unit
(BAU), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). "Highly engaging
and personal perspective from a world leading scientist in the
field of psychopathy research. What sets this book apart is the
combination of an accessible overview of the cutting edge science
and compelling and authentic portrayal of what individuals with
psychopathy are really like." - Essi Viding, Professor of
Developmental Psychopathology, University College London
"By primates standards, humans are intensely social, affiliative,
and empathic. Thus, we are fascinated with the rare individuals who
lack those traits, who have a reptilian indifference to what makes
humans humane. Criminal psychopaths are the iconic example of such
terrifyingly broken humans. In this superb book written by one of
the pioneers in this field, Kent Kiehl explores what is different
about the brains of psychopaths. This is a clear, accessible
account of the science and, in addition, an appealing personal
story of how Kiehl has gone about his unique science." -Robert
Sapolsky, Professor of Neurology and Neurological Sciences,
Stanford University "An exhilarating exploration into the
lives, minds and emotions of criminal psychopaths by one of the
leading researchers in the field. This lively and engaging
narrative not only educates the reader on the internal machinations
of the psychopath, but also takes us through Kiehl's own life
journey of scientific discovery. It's an irresistible read that is
hard to put down. Even after decades of my own research I found
myself learning new perspectives on the psychopath. Serious, witty,
saddening and beguiling, The Psychopath Whisperer yells out as a
"must read" for anyone interested in those without conscience."
-Adrian Raine, Professor of Criminology, Psychiatry, and
Psychology, University of Pennsylvania "The fascinating story
of how Kent Kiehl, a remarkably energetic and accomplished
scientist, used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and a
mobile brain scanner to examine the brains of more psychopathic
prisoners than anyone in the world and characterize their
dysfunction. Filled with entertaining anecdotes of psychopaths in
prison, research collaborations, and scientific discovery, the book
discusses the ramifications of his finding to the criminal system
and to the treatment of psychopathic juvenile delinquents. An
eye-opening read!" - Dr. Joseph Newman, Professor of Psychology,
University of Wisconsin, Madison
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