Sociopath

From WikiMD's Wellnesspedia

Sociopath is a term often used to describe a person with antisocial personality disorder. The main characteristic of a sociopath is a disregard for the rights of others. Sociopaths are also often incapable of empathy or feeling remorse for their actions. They may often lie, cheat, and manipulate others for their own gain.

Characteristics[edit | edit source]

Sociopaths are often characterized by their lack of empathy and disregard for societal norms. They may often lie and manipulate others for their own personal gain. Some common characteristics of sociopaths include:

Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

The diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder (which is often used interchangeably with the term 'sociopath') is typically made by a trained mental health professional, such as a psychologist or psychiatrist. The diagnosis is made based on a thorough evaluation of the individual's symptoms and history.

Treatment[edit | edit source]

Treatment for antisocial personality disorder can be challenging, as individuals with this disorder often do not seek help on their own. Treatment typically involves psychotherapy, and may also include medication in some cases.

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]


Sociopath Resources

Find a healthcare provider anywhere in the world quickly and easily!

Wiki.png

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD


Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.

Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.


Contributors: Admin, Prab R. Tumpati, MD