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Antisocial Personality Disorder definition
pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others
At what age must ASPD occur for it to be legit?
Age 15 - pt must at least be diagnosed OR show conduct tendencies by this age
Actual answer: 18 years old
Information about Antisocial Personality D/O
have a hard time with rules + authority figures
impulsive + reckless
men = more likely to be diagnosed
very caught up in legal system
manipulative
Mentality = no regard for others’ feelings
blame victims
What term is used to clinically describe those with ASPD?
psychopath
IMPORTANT things to remember about ASPD
Persistently disregard + violate the rights of others
Antisocial —> Anti society —> Anti social norm
this disorder is most closely linked to adult criminal behavior
Diagnostic Criteria for ASPD
3 or more of the following:
failure to conform to social norms with respect to lawful behaviors (actions that’re grounds for arrest)
deceitfulness
impulsivity or failure to plan ahead
irritability or aggressiveness
reckless disregard for safety of others
consistent irresponsibility
lack of remorse
Treatment for ASPD
Typically ineffective
more difficult when they reach adulthood
Why is treatment typically ineffective for people with ASPD
they refuse to comply
lack of conscience
disregard for therapy