Antisocial Personality Disorder

Antisocial personality disorder is a pervasive personality pattern in which individuals ignore normal rules of social behaviour. These individuals are often impulsive , and may have a disregard for others’ needs or feelings. Individuals with antisocial personality disorder are at an increased risk for involvement with the law or substance use disorders . 

Symptoms of Antisocial Personality Disorder include:

• Disregard for others’ feelings 
• Persistent lying, stealing, or conning 
• Repeatedly violating others 
• Using charm to manipulate others 
• Problems with the law 
• Aggressive or violent behaviour
• Disregard for the safety of others 
• Impulsive behaviour
• Irresponsibility 
• Lack of remorse or empathy 
• Engaging in abusive relationships 

Individuals with antisocial personality disorder often show symptoms of conduct disorder prior to age 15. Symptoms of conduct disorder can include:

• Aggression towards people or animals
• Destruction of property
• Being deceitful 
• Theft 
• Violating rules