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What kinds of people 'catfish'? Study finds they have higher psychopathy, sadism, and narcissism

  • Written by Evita March, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Federation University Australia
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Online dating has revolutionised romance, creating more opportunities to meet potential partners than ever before.

However, alongside the benefits is the risk of abuse, harassment, and exploitation. In late January this year, the Australian government convened a national roundtable on online dating to explore what could be done to...

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