According to the DSM-5, for a diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder to be made, patients must have evidence that a conduct disorder has been present before age 15 years. Patients must also demonstrate a persistent disregard for the rights of others. This disregard is shown by the presence of at least three of the following:
Disregarding the law, indicated by repeatedly committing acts that are grounds for arrest
Being deceitful, indicated by lying repeatedly, using aliases, or conning others for personal gain or pleasure
Acting impulsively or not planning ahead
Being easily provoked or aggressive, indicated by constantly getting into physical fights or assaulting others
Recklessly disregarding their own safety or the safety of others
Consistently acting irresponsibly, indicated by quitting a job with no plans for another one or not paying bills
Not feeling remorse, indicated by indifference to or rationalization of hurting or mistreating others
Read more about the diagnosis of personality disorders.
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Cite this: Stephen Soreff. Fast Five Quiz: Antisocial Personality Disorder (Sociopathy) - Medscape - Nov 11, 2021.
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