Expert reveals the common texting habits that indicate you might be a psychopath

An expert has highlighted there are key habits potential psychopaths showcase when they are speaking to people, regardless of setting, that could be a red flag.

The way you speak to people can give people an indication of what kind of person you are and this also remains true for what mental state you are in.

A psychologist at the University of Liverpool, Charlotte Entwistle has revealed what habits might reveal dark personality traits, that many people might not notice. These potential traits don’t necessarily mean a person is a psychopath but it could be something worth being aware of if someone’s language alarms or surprises you.

Writing in an article for outlet The Conversation, she said: "Whether in a quick text message, a long email, a casual chat with a friend, or a comment online, the words people choose quietly reveal deeper patterns in how they think, feel, and relate to others.

“Those with darker personality traits often use more hostile, negative and disconnected language, including more swear words and anger words, such as ‘hate’ or ‘mad’.”

Psychopaths have an increased risk of commiting violence (Getty Stock Image)

As well as this, those who may have dark personality traits may also use more words centered around themselves, i.e , ‘me’, ‘my’ and ‘I’, rather than terms like ‘we’.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, ‘psychopathy is traditionally viewed as a more severe form of antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) and it carries an increase risk of violence.

The following traits often associated with it include:

• Lack of fear
• Low levels of anxiousness and isolation
• High levels of attention seeking
• Difficulty recognizing or connecting with emotions in yourself or others
• Limited understanding of the differences between right and wrong
• Lack of empathy or remorse
• Inflated sense of self-worth or superiority
• Using insincere charm to hide or mask your true feelings or thoughts

Speaking about how a person’s text language could reveal some of these aspects, Entwistle said: “Many people you meet – at work, when dating, or online – may show milder difficulties, such as mood fluctuations, negativity, rigid thinking or darker traits like manipulation and callousness.

“These patterns often slip into how people speak or write long before they show up in more explicit behavior.”

Psychopaths may use more self-centered language and swear often in their message (Getty Stock Image)

She also reiterated the importance of noticing these traits and said: “Noticing these patterns can help us learn about and understand others, support those who may be struggling, and navigate our social lives safely – online and offline – with greater awareness.”

Again, with that said, just because someone swears like a sailor doesn’t mean they are a psychopath, but a combination of these traits might be something worth taking a note of, according to the psychologist.