3. Antisocial Personality
Disorder:
Sometimes called sociopathy, is a mental health
condition in which a person consistently shows
no regard for right and wrong and ignores the
rights and feelings of others.
5. DSM-5: Three or More of the Following Symptoms FFM Domains: Significant Facets
1. Repeatedly acting in ways that are grounds for arrest N: Angry, impulsive, not anxious, not self-conscious,
not vulnerable
2. Patterns of deceitfulness: lying, conning others E: Assertive, active, seeks excitement
3. Chronic impulsivity and failure to plan ahead O: Engages in new activities
4. Aggression and irritability as shown in repeated assaults. A: Mistrusts others, deceptive, exploits other,
aggressive, arrogant, tough-minded
5. Recklessly ignoring safety issues (e.g., drives recklessly) C: Irresponsible, lacks self-discipline, acts rashly
rather than deliberately
6. Chronically acting irresponsibly as in failing to honor debts
7. Lack of remorse over hurting or stealing from another
7. Trauma and abuse
increase the risk.
Environment
Possible Causes of Antisocial
Personality Disorder
Biology
They contain unusual
levels of serotonin.
Genetics
Genes = Vulnerable
Sex
Men are more likely
than women.
Lifestyle
Most have problems
with drug or alcohol
abuse.
9. Antisocial Personality
Disorder Treatments
There is no set treatment for ASPD.
Therapies such as medication or
psychotherapy may help control specific
behaviors, though. Medications such as
mood stabilizers and antipsychotics.
