A test of core psychopathic traits as a moderator of the efficacy of a brief motivational intervention for substance-using offenders.

Abstract

Findings suggest that caution is warranted when applying BMIs among offenders; individuals with high levels of core psychopathic traits may not benefit and may be hindered in recovery. Conversely, they indicate that a low-psychopathy subgroup of offenders benefits from these brief and efficient treatments for substance use.