Personality Disorders

Personality Disorder

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What is Sociopath?

A sociopath is someone who exhibits a pattern of antisocial behaviour, often disregarding the feelings, rights and boundaries of others. 

They tend to manipulate others for personal gain and show little regard for social norms or the law.

  • Lack of empathy: Difficulty understanding others’ emotions.

  • Impulsivity: Quick decision-making without considering the consequences.

  • Deceitfulness: Regularly lying or manipulating others.

  • Irritability or aggression: Prone to angry outbursts or physical altercations.

  • Disregard for safety: Neglecting one’s own safety or that of others.

  • Shallow relationships: Difficulty maintaining close, emotional bonds.

 

What is a Psychopath?

Psychopathy is often characterized by a severe lack of empathy and emotional depth, along with calculated, manipulative behavior. Unlike sociopaths, who may act impulsively, psychopaths tend to be more methodical and controlled in their actions. 

Symptoms of Psychopathy

  • Superficial charm: Ability to be likable and persuasive.

  • Lack of empathy: Total disregard for others’ feelings.

  • Grandiose sense of self-worth: Believing they are superior to others.

  • Pathological lying: Lying frequently without guilt.

  • Manipulativeness: Using others for personal gain without remorse.

  • Shallow emotions: Limited emotional depth, often faking feelings.

What is Narcissist?

A narcissist is someone with an inflated sense of self-importance, a deep need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. Narcissism falls under Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), a condition that can arise from both genetic predispositions and environmental factors such as excessive praise or neglect in childhood. 

Symptoms of Narcissism

  • An exaggerated sense of self-importance: Believing they are more important than others.

  • Preoccupation with fantasies of success or power: Constantly imagining they are achieving greatness.

  • Need for excessive admiration: Craving constant attention and praise.

  • Lack of empathy: Difficulty understanding or caring about others’ feelings.

  • Entitlement: Expecting special treatment or favors.

  • Exploitative behavior: Using others to achieve personal goals.

Despite these differences, all three personality types lack empathy and tend to exploit others for personal gain.



Compiled by

Ms Naresh Kuwar


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