Recognize The 13 Characteristics Of A Psychopath To Watch Out For

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JAKARTA - Some terms in the world of psychology cause confusion such as the word psychopath. Although it is usually used to describe someone who has a mental illness, it seems that doctors will refer to a psychopath as an antisocial personality disorder.

Launching the Healthline page, Tuesday, November 9, psychopathy is an antisocial personality disorder or ASPD (antisocial personality disorder), explained Dr. Prakash Masand, psychiatrist and founder of the Centers of Psychiatric Excellence. A person is said to have ASPD if he shows an attitude of liking to manipulate others.

According to Massand, people may be confused with the notion of a psychopath because of the word antisocial.

“Most people probably associate antisocial with a quiet personality, aloof, and don't like crowds. However, antisocial for a psychopath means someone who goes against society, rules, and other more common behaviors," Masand explained.

The cause of a person becoming a psychopath is not known for certain. However, this personality disorder is thought to arise due to genetic influences, changes in brain function, and childhood traumatic experiences. This is because a psychopath usually grows up from a family background that is not harmonious.

This disharmony can take the form of child abuse, parents who are addicted to alcohol, or parental fights. Psychopaths are more common in men than women.

According to Masand, some signs that a person tends to have psychopathic talents include;

Lacks a sense of social responsibility Often ignores or violates the rights of others Lacks the ability to differentiate between right and wrong Can't show remorse Lacks empathy for others Often lies Likes to manipulate and hurt others Has a lot of trouble with the law Ignores the safety of self and others Narcissistic or overly selfish Feelings of being better than others, overconfident Shows arrogance and arrogance Likes to break the rules

In addition to signs and behaviors, Masand says there are certain traits associated with ASPD:

More men than women are diagnosed with a psychopath Technically, to receive a diagnosis as a psychopath, you must be 18 years of age. But some people will show signs of a conduct disorder, which may be an early indicator of psychopathy, as early as age 11. This is a chronic condition that seems to improve with age. The death rate is higher in people with psychopaths because of their behavior.

If you see or suspect someone has signs that point to a personality disorder or psychopathy, try to take them to a doctor or psychologist so that they can be examined and treated appropriately.