#Socialpsychology

A new study shows that people with narcissistic traits are more likely to feel left out in social settings and to misread others’ signals. Reported by PsyPost, the findings highlight how narcissistic tendencies shape interpersonal relationships and carry implications for how Thai society navigates mental health and social complexity.

In Thailand, cultural norms such as kreng jai—consideration for others and avoidance of confrontation—can complicate open communication. The research suggests that narcissistic individuals may feel ostracized or slighted even when others do not intend harm, partly due to misinterpreting ambiguous social cues. This pattern could amplify social isolation and heighten the risk of conflict in schools, workplaces, and family life.

A recent research investigation has uncovered that individuals with narcissistic personality traits are significantly more likely to perceive themselves as excluded in social situations and to misread the cues of those around them. These findings, highlighted in a report published by PsyPost, shed new light on the challenges faced by narcissistic individuals in forming and maintaining interpersonal relationships, with meaningful implications for modern Thai society as it navigates increasing social complexity and mental health awareness.

A wave of neuroscience research is shedding fresh light on why people follow orders, even when those directions clash with personal morals. The impulse to comply is rooted in brain function and cultural norms, researchers say, with implications for classrooms, workplaces, and public health in Thailand.

The core question connects authority, social pressure, and individual conscience. The topic is familiar to many Thais, where respect for elders, teachers, and hierarchical structures influence daily decisions. Modern neuroscience is starting to identify brain mechanisms behind obedience. When people receive commands from those in power, activity in brain regions tied to moral judgment and self-agency often decreases. Neuroscientist Dr. Micah Edelson notes that individuals may “offload” responsibility when obeying orders, which dampens personal accountability. The area most affected is the anterior cingulate cortex, linked to empathy and self-control.

A recent wave of research in neuroscience is shedding fresh light on a question as old as society itself: Why do people obey authority, even when it conflicts with their own morals? The drive to follow orders is deeply rooted in both our brains and cultures, according to leading scientists exploring the intersection of compliance and control. These findings, highlighted in a discussion hosted by Dr. Michael Shermer on Skeptic.com, carry profound implications for Thai society—spanning education, workplace hierarchies, and even public health.