Sociopath Behavior
We don't see them cause they are our neighbors, friends and co workers. What would be the red flags that would alert you to people like this that deemed as like you, but found out that they are of this behavior? What would you do.
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Well, I'm a sociopath myself, so if my neighbor turned out to be sociopathic I might be a suspicious an cautious, but I wouldn't like, outright avoid them or anything. If they haven't done anything after all the years that I have been living right next to them, it's not like my life or whatever is suddenly in danger or anything now that I know.
Originally posted by lord xyz
I believe being a sociopath is pretty normal. Anyone can be one, and anyone can not be one.
Anyone could be a sociopath but it's well outside of the range of "normal" behaviors.
Originally posted by lord xyz
If I found out someone was a sociopath, I'd avoid them, unless they're someone I actually care about, or are stuck with for a part of a life. Then I'd encourage them to seek therapy.
Therapy, counseling, interrogation and brainwashing have no effect on sociopaths or psychopaths. Other people are meaningless to them and so other people's opinions are just as meaningless.
Originally posted by leonheartmm
^but i do not beleive that they are completely impervious to it.
The basis of therapy is totally counter to the basic thought pattern of sociopaths. You can't appeal to the emotions of someone who either lacks or ignores them completely and you can't argue logic with a person who insist the validity of his/her own lies in the face of absolute evidence against them.
Originally posted by Blax_HydraliskIt's not that they're dangerous, it'd just be bothersome and I'd probably make them feel worse.
Well, I'm a sociopath myself, so if my neighbor turned out to be sociopathic I might be a suspicious an cautious, but I wouldn't like, outright avoid them or anything. If they haven't done anything after all the years that I have been living right next to them, it's not like my life or whatever is suddenly in danger or anything now that I know.
I also have another question, for those who might know it. Can anyone BECOME ONE? Are you born with it...Can something trigger it?
From what I have read about it, it could become a very dangerous behavior to some.
They are different from psychopaths which are usually caught by the law...but sociopaths are not.
Originally posted by Deja~vu
I also have another question, for those who might know it. Can anyone BECOME ONE? Are you born with it...Can something trigger it?From what I have read about it, it could become a very dangerous behavior to some.
Only through brain damage. Otherwise the only way to qualify as a sociopath/psychopath/APD is for the behavior to be present from the early teens or before.
Re: Sociopath Behavior
Originally posted by Deja~vu
What would be the red flags that would alert you to people like this
1. Do they have problems sustaining stable relationships, personally and in business?
2. Do they frequently manipulate others to achieve selfish goals, with no consideration of the effects on those manipulated?
3. Are they cavalier about the truth, and capable of telling lies to your face?
4. Do they have an air of self-importance, regardless of their true standing in society?
5. Have they no apparent sense of remorse, shame or guilt?
6. Is their charm superficial, and capable of being switched on to suit immediate ends?
7. Are they easily bored and demand constant stimulation?
8. Are their displays of human emotion unconvincing?
9. Do they enjoy taking risks, and acting on reckless impulse?
10. Are they quick to blame others for their mistakes?
11. As teenagers, did they resent authority, play truant and/or steal?
12. Do they have no qualms about sponging off others?
13. Are they quick to lose their temper?
14. Are they sexually promiscuous?
15. Do they have a belligerent, bullying manner?
16. Are they unrealistic about their long-term aims?
17. Do they lack any ability to empathise with others?
18. Would you regard them as essentially irresponsible?
For each trait, decide if it applies to the person you suspect may be a socialised psychopath, fully (2 points), partially (1 point) or not at all (0 points).
A score of 25 or above suggests strong psychopathic tendencies. This does not mean the person is a potential mass-murderer: socialised psychopaths are not mad, nor do they have to resort to violence. Even so, a close professional or emotional relationship with a socialised psychopath is likely to prove a damaging experience.
Re: Re: Sociopath Behavior
Originally posted by Grand_Moff_GavThanks Not only was I hooked up with one, but now am dating one. *scared*...the first time was awful...........minipulative and needful even to the point of guilting you into things........oh my.
1. Do they have problems sustaining stable relationships, personally and in business?2. Do they frequently manipulate others to achieve selfish goals, with no consideration of the effects on those manipulated?
3. Are they cavalier about the truth, and capable of telling lies to your face?
4. Do they have an air of self-importance, regardless of their true standing in society?
5. Have they no apparent sense of remorse, shame or guilt?
6. Is their charm superficial, and capable of being switched on to suit immediate ends?
7. Are they easily bored and demand constant stimulation?
8. Are their displays of human emotion unconvincing?
9. Do they enjoy taking risks, and acting on reckless impulse?
10. Are they quick to blame others for their mistakes?
11. As teenagers, did they resent authority, play truant and/or steal?
12. Do they have no qualms about sponging off others?
13. Are they quick to lose their temper?
14. Are they sexually promiscuous?
15. Do they have a belligerent, bullying manner?
16. Are they unrealistic about their long-term aims?
17. Do they lack any ability to empathise with others?
18. Would you regard them as essentially irresponsible?
For each trait, decide if it applies to the person you suspect may be a socialised psychopath, fully (2 points), partially (1 point) or not at all (0 points).
A score of 25 or above suggests strong psychopathic tendencies. This does not mean the person is a potential mass-murderer: socialised psychopaths are not mad, nor do they have to resort to violence. Even so, a close professional or emotional relationship with a socialised psychopath is likely to prove a damaging experience.