Expert: Animal abusers might be mentally ill

KLANG: Those who intentionally hurt animals may be suffering from serious mental health problems, says an expert. Such acts of cruelty were “a manifestation of underlying anti-social or psychopathic personality traits”, said Malaysian Mental Health Association deputy president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj. “They are characterised by impulsive behaviour, selfishness and cruelty, but what stands out … More Expert: Animal abusers might be mentally ill