Think you can easily spot a sociopath? Think again. Sociopaths aren’t always the stereotypical “serial killer type” you might be thinking of. These individuals come in all shapes and sizes. Your best friend, significant other, roommate, or family member could be hiding a dark secret. Instant Checkmate compiled the 11 signs of a sneaky sociopath. Ready to learn more? Run a background check on them today at www.InstantCheckmate.com!

1. 11 SIGNS OF A SOCIOPATH

2. Sociopaths are experts at
presenting themselves as
everyday people, so they can be
difficult to identify...

3. … unless you know the signs of
a sociopath.

4. Sociopathy is also
known as
anAsocial
personality
disorder.

5. A sociopathic
person will
typically have no
understanding of
right or wrong.

6. There is no treatment for
sociopathy. The disorder can be
prevented in children who show
early signs...

7. ...but among adults, the
disorder is permanent.

8. You may know an
actual sociopath,
though you may
not even be aware
of it.

9. So what indicators
can we look for?

10. 1. Superficial
Charm: Sociopaths
o?en appear to be
very charming on
the surface in
order to
manipulate trust.

11. 2. Narcissism:
Sociopaths are
extremely
egocentric. They
believe that
everyone should
agree with their
acAons and
opinions.

12. 3. Pathological
Lying: Sociopaths
will lie in order to
create a false
persona. They aim
to hide their true
moAves.

13. 4. ManipulaAve
And Cunning:
Sociopaths
aBempt to find and
exploit other
people’s
weaknesses in
order to get what
they want.

14. 5. Shallow
EmoAons:
Sociopaths do not
genuinely feel
emoAons. Many
can fake their
emoAons to fool
the people around
them.

15. 6. Lack Of
Remorse, Shame,
Or Guilt:
Sociopaths do not
feel bad about
their acAons, even
if they hurt others.

16. 7. Incapable Of
Human
AUachment:
Sociopaths can’t
form genuine
relaAonships with
others. They may
form relaAonships
in order to appear
normal.

17. 8. Constant Need
For SAmulaAon:
Sociopaths may
take unnecessary
risks that put
themselves and
others in
dangerous
situaAons.

18. 9. Lack Of
Empathy:
Sociopaths are
unable to relate to
the perspecAves or
problems of other
people.

19. 10. Impulsive
Nature: Sociopaths
will exhibit
hosAlity, irritability,
and aggression.
They act on their
impulses without
caring about any
potenAal
consequences.

20. 11. Promiscuous
Sexual Behavior:
Sociopaths are
likely to be
unfaithful and
promiscuous,
which is connected
to their tendency
to get bored easily.

21. Sociopaths may have problems with drug
and alcohol use. They may also have a criminal
record related to their behavior.

22. If you think you’re dating a sociopath,
a background check will show you their
criminal record.

23. LEARN THE TRUTH
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