Is Lisbeth Salander a Psychopath?
"Keep it in mind that i'm crazy, won't you?"
-Lisbeth, before tattooing Bjurman
-Chapter 14, page 287
-Lisbeth, before tattooing Bjurman
-Chapter 14, page 287
Psychopathy is traditionally defined as "a personality disorder characterized by enduring antisocial behavior, diminished empathy and remorse, and disinhibited or bold behavior" (Wikipedia). For sure Martin Vanger falls into the category of psychopath, but what about Lisbeth? She follows most if not all of that definition with her traumatic childhood, sexually abusive guardian, sadistic psychiatric nurses, and her multitude of emotional disorders to boot. The psychoanalysis of her character could go on and on.