Dark personality traits linked to compulsive and aggressive online behaviors

This fits with my clinical research. I refer to this sub-population as exhibiting asocial and antisocial personality traits. I don't include those with disordered personalities as these are relatively uncommon. I also discover a 3rd type of of object representation (self/other) as a cyber-self.
Rich

A recent study published in Communication Research Reports suggests that the Dark Triad personality traits can inform our understanding of negative online behavior. The study found that people who demonstrate compulsive internet use score higher in Machiavellianism and psychopathy, and those with greater online self-presentation behavior score higher in narcissism.

Social media has seen massive growth in the past two decades, making it easier than ever for internet users to connect with each other around the world. This growth has also led to a greater opportunity for negative online interactions, from hostile discussions about politics to severe online harassment.

Researchers John Petit and Nick Carcioppolo propose that certain problematic online behaviors reflect characteristics of the “Dark Triad” personality traits of Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy. Machiavellianism, which is characterized by cold and manipulative tendencies, has been linked to online aggression. Narcissism, which involves an inflated sense of self, has been linked to self-objectification on social media. Psychopathy, which is characterized by impulsiveness and a lack of empathy, appears to correlate with online trolling behavior.

“We were interested in examining this topic because we thought it was necessary to provide some academic context into how dark personality traits such narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism permeate into our online communication behavior,” explained Petit, a PhD student at the University of Miami.