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Originally Posted by kindness
The first problem with the article is that it shows a correlation. A correlation does not prove causation (even a 100% correlation).
The second problem with the article is that we don't know with certainty if these psychopaths' brains were the same at birth as they are now. We do know with certainty that the environment can change the structure of the brain (neuroplasticity).
Thus we have a nature/nurture debate.
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There is another article which talks about the genetics itself - the debate on it but also the fact that more reason is to believe in actual geneaology. Here is that article:
Are Psychopaths Born or Made? | Misterio Press
Basically, to my understanding - it is kind of similar to BPD - they are born with key genetic factors giving them the pre-disposition for it, and if also raised either in an abusive environment or with a very traumatic event during childhood - this can lead to psychopathy. That's pretty much the same thought behind BPD, just differing abnormalities in the genetics. So yes, it is born into them - but it is further developed by the treatment. To prove this, you only have to look at the brain scan of the non-violent psychopathic neuro-scientist which has been being discussed here, James Fallon.
A scientist who studies psychopaths found out he was one by accident ? and it completely changed his life - Business Insider
That also provides much more info into the idea(s) thar it is born into them.