Antisocial personality disorder, or ASPD, is marked by a series of socially unacceptable behaviors. Donald Black, professor and author in the field of Social Sciences, discusses the development and characteristics of ASPD in his article “The Natural History of Antisocial Personality Disorder.” ASPD can be present in adults as well as children. In fact, the misbehavior initiates quite early on in development. However, a child with this disorder would be diagnosed with “conduct disorder” which is simply another term for ASPD used for minors. Comparatively, males and females are both susceptible to developing ASPD, yet significantly more occurrences have been observed in males than females. Furthermore, several characteristics of ASPD pertaining …show more content…
The study also established that these behaviors rarely went into remission. A follow-up study showed that more participants had remitted compared to the previous study, but they were still experiencing dilemmas in their work and personal lives as well as with substance abuse. The results also suggested that as ASPD sufferers age, their deviant behavior decreases. Some of these even remit. A follow-up study was conducted of an elderly man with ASPD who became a habitual delinquent early on in life. Despite the fact that he no longer participates in criminal activity, he still experiences other severe ASPD symptoms. Fortunately, one of the studies reported that the majority of children displaying symptoms of conduct disorder will not develop ASPD behaviors as adults. In continuance, individuals with ASPD who are married have shown improvement with their behaviors. This is believed to be attributed to the strong relationships they share with family members who motivate them to seek …show more content…
What I found out was nothing less than surprising. Antisocial personality disorder relates to psychology because it is an extreme psychological condition which causes those affected to experience a multitude of disturbing thoughts and behaviors. However, through research and observations, psychologists can be better equipped to handle these individuals and prevent them from negatively affecting the rest of society. I believe Black explained ASPD in his article superbly. Before reading Black’s article, I was not aware that antisocial personality disorder, sociopathy, and psychopathy were all interrelated; however, afterwards, I learned they all shared similar characteristics. Another part of this article that bewildered me was the fact that ASPD affects males more frequently than it does females. I also would have liked the debate of why this fact is true, yet I realize researchers probably are unaware of why ASPD affects males more often. Moreover, I find it interesting how the condition develops in early childhood instead of in the teenage years; however, this is sensible because it would be challenging for a child to lose their sense of empathy so quickly. Another detail I found unique is the lower estimates of remission rates among ASPD sufferers where a significant portion continue to behave in socially unacceptable ways. When I read that
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Every few years there are disturbing, yet fascinating headlines: “BTK killer: Hiding in plain sight” or “Police discover at least 10 victims at Anthony Sowell's home”; but what would allow an individual to commit the crimes they did? In cases like these there is usually a common link: Antisocial Personality disorder. It is an unknown disorder to most of the population which is why there are so many questions to be answered, the main ones being what is antisocial personality disorder and how does it effect patient and society as a whole? To answer these questions one needs an accurate background picture of the disorder.
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A good looking man in an expensive suite walks past a woman on the subway whistling a catchy tune. Many thoughts begin to run through her head, “He’s an important business man on his way to his next meeting.” Or “He’s a father on the way home from work.” As he stops she watches him read a news paper thinking how attractive and self composed he is. In the back of her head she’s wishing that he would speak to her. As she sits and hopes it seems that her wish is going to be answered. The young, attractive gentleman gets up and strides over taking the seat next to her. He introduces himself as Mr. Cromer and engages her in a charming conversation, sweeping her off her feet. In her head everything is going great, she has met the perfect man, all the while she hasn’t noticed that he has lead her to the door of a warehouse. By the time she realizes where she is it is too late, he has her now. As she begins to scream he shoves her in the building ending all hope. Mr. Cromer actually suffers from a severe case of antisocial personality disorder and has developed a bad habit of abducting, raping and killing women followed by an ostentatious dinner often buying dinks and food for others in the restaurant or bar to which he leaves without every paying. Those who suffer from personality disorders will not necessarily all become killers or rapists but most do participate in illegal activity of some sort. Antisocial personality disorder, also known as sociopathy or psychopathy, is often described as the person lacking any and all morals; they have no conscience. Often these individuals have difficulty or inability to feel empathy for others and as a result they do as they please, not conforming to social norms like the majority of the population...
Antisocial Personality Disorder, also informally known as psychopathy/sociopathy, is a disorder where people elicit manipulative behaviors and lack morals. This includes disregard for rules, violence, superficial charm, promiscuity, a superiority complex, and difficulty forming attachments. This is said to be caused by genetics as well as modeling, or watching other people perform this kind of behavior. 3.3% of Americans are diagnosed with Antisocial Personality disorder. It’s 70% more common in males than females and is seen greatly in
Anti Social Personality Disorder is also known as ASPD. “About 2.5 to 3.5 percent of people have ASPD. This condition is much more common in men than in women.” (Lees McRae College) Everyone has their own personality and not one person is exactly the same. “People with anti social personality disorder are also called sociopaths.” (Leedom) Different causes are particular to look for when diagnosing this disorder. Though rare, it is important to understand the disorder as well as its symptoms, treatment and strategies. “Lifetime prevalence for ASPD is reported to range from 2% to 4% in men and from 0.5% to 1% in women. Rates of natural and unnatural death (suicide, homicide, and accidents) are excessive.” (Black, 2015)
Conduct Disorder has been a part of the American Psychological Association’s Diagnostic Statistical Manuel (DSM) since its original release date in 1994. Although, there is new information about the disorder that was previously unknown, Conduct Disorder is distinguished by a “repetitive and persistent pattern of behavior in which the basic rights of others or major age-appropriate norms or rules are violated” (American Psychiatric Association, 1994.) This mild, moderate, or severe antisocial behavior begins to appear either in childhood, categorized as early-onset conduct disorder , or in adolescence after ten years of age, classified as adolescent-onset conduct disorder (Passamonti et al., 2010.) The criteria to meet to be diagnosed with this disorder are separated into four subgroups: aggressive conduct, nonaggressive conduct, deceitfulness or theft, and serious violations of the rules. Three or more incidents must be present in the past twelve months with at least one of the characteristics being present in the past six months. This disorder causes severe impairment of functioning across a variety of situations so it is important to keep in mind society and individual situations because this diagnosis may be “misapplied to individuals in settings where patterns of undesirable behavior are sometimes viewed as protective” (American Psychiatric Association, 1994.) For example, a patient that has recently relocated from a war torn country would most likely not be a candidate for Conduct disorder even though he or she may exhibit some of the characteristics.
Anti-Social Personality Disorder is a classified personality disorder in which a person, sometimes referred to as a “psychopath”, has a lack of empathy, an increased chance of acting violently towards others, and a complete disregard for authority and punishment. Prevalent features and symptoms include: shallow emotions, irresponsibility, mistrust of others, reckless thrill-seeking, disrespect for the law, prone to lash out with physical violence, harmful impulsiveness, arrogance, manipulative, greedy, lack of kindness or compassion, disrespect for others, and dishonesty (Psychology Today, n.d.). A main factor of this disorder is the inability to process, interpret, and display emotion, even fear. An example is that most criminals with this disorder respond drastically different to their sentencing than normal. They seem relaxed and unable to process it on an emotional level. They are also fully aware of what they are doing, and have no sense of distorted reality, or remorse which classifies them as sane people. They also have neurotransmitter deficiencies in the brain, such as reduced serotonin and dopamine (Freedman & Verdun-Jones, 2010). The overall population of people having this disorder is a small amount, about 3% and higher in prisons and abuse clinics which is around 70%. Also, because of their constant involvement in violence, most people diagnosed with this disorder die by violent means such as suicide and homicide (Internet Mental Health, n.d.).
“Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a long-standing pattern of a disregard for other people’s rights, often crossing the line and violating those rights. It usually begins in childhood or as a teen and continues into their adult lives.” (Staff & Grohol, 2014) Individuals with antisocial personality often display deviant behavior throughout their life and are often classified as different outcast groups in the society such as sociopaths and psychopaths. People with this disorder tend to social predators who befriend individuals and overtime gain their trust and loyalty then cause pain and suffering to these individual’s lives without feeling any form of remorse.
Antisocial Personality Disorder is a mental health diagnosis of someone whom exhibits continued deceitfulness, aggressiveness and irritability, reckless disregard for the safety of others or themselves, lack of remorse, high level of impulsiveness, failure to conform to social norms as well as consistent irresponsibility. For one to be diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder, the individual must exhibit at least three out of the seven signs of antisocial and irresponsible behavior after the age of fifteen (Oltmanns & Emery, 2012). They are extremely egocentric individuals, whom their main goals are derived from power, pleasure or personal gain. People suffering from antisocial personality disorder deal with continued failure to perform responsibilities in their family roles, as well as occupational roles. Violence and conflict is not unusual to them, as well as physical fights. “These people are irritable and aggressive with their spouses and children as well as with people outside of the home. They ...
How many individuals go through life and say, “I am antisocial” because they do not like talking to people? Too many do, however many of which are not antisocial. If someone says they are antisocial, they simply mean they are selectively social. People who are antisocial suffer from a disorder known as Antisocial Personality Disorder. Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) is an ongoing pattern of behavior that includes the disregard of social rules, serious violations of rights, and irresponsible acts. This disorder affects roughly three percent of males and one percent of females in the United States. Individuals who have ASPD are interesting to learn about. Many of these individuals, we know. These individuals
Two Greek words: ‘psyche’ (soul or mind) and ‘pathy’ (suffering or disease), were combined in the 19th century by German Psychiatrists, to form a word that would describe the most dangerous and violent of all humans. Psychopathy, today, is called ‘mental disorder’, the study of which is still known as psychopathology. Other relating terms like 'constitutional (inborn) psychopaths' or 'psychopathic personalities' were used through the early 20th century to cover anyone socially undesirable in any way or those who violated legal laws and moral expectations.
Antisocial personality disorder could actually be a bigger problem than most people would presume. Being that most individuals with this disorder do not seek help for themselves from psychologist or psychiatrist they never know that they have antisocial personality disorder until they feel their lives are drastically affected by it or are ordered by punishment to seek help. According to statistics, men are more likely than women to be diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder, with men at three percent of the general population and women only at one percent: (“Antisocial Personality Disorder Symptoms,” 2013). Antisocial personality disorder has different causes, symptoms, and treatments.
As research continues to change from emphasizing treatment to focusing on early identification and prevention, one important disorder to examine is Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). Early identification and prevention of Antisocial Personality Disorder has implications in improving our criminal justice system as 70% of those in jail experience ASPD. However, the early identification of individuals with ASPD is difficult as most of the diagnostic criteria depends on the individual engaging in nefarious activity. In examining the functional and anatomical differences present in those with ASPD, it became clear that many of these differences could impair scholastic performance, specifically difficulties with cognitive control, attention,
S.B. was brutally beaten up by the Wardens of the jail. The case history reveals that S.B. was jailed twice before for cheating and for assaulting one of his friends. This time, S.B. was jailed for fighting with a police constable. During interrogation, S.B admitted that he had beaten the other inmate who refused to pay money. S.B wanted to show his power and there was no regret for his actions.