Antisocial personality disorder is negatively correlated with all DSM-IV Axis. Fire-setting and cruelty to animals during childhood are linked to the development of antisocial personality. Some antisocial personalities may also possess a considerable amount of charm and wit. Environmental factors are also believed to contribute to a person developing antisocial personality disorder since people whose role model had antisocial tendencies is more likely to develop the disorder. About 3% of men and about 1% of women have antisocial personality disorder with percentages much higher among the prison population. People with antisocial personality disorder often suffer from associative conditions such as anxiety, depression, other mood disorders and substance abuse. Antidepressant or antipsychotic medications to help alleviate these conditions. Psychotherapy therapy can help people with antisocial personality disorder develop appropriate interpersonal skills and instill a moral code. A critical part of this therapy is developing and maintaining a strong therapist-patient relationship.
Causes of Antisocial Personality Disorder
Common causes and risk factors of Antisocial Personality Disorder:
Genetic factors.
Environmental factors.
Alcoholism.
Somatization disorder.
Signs and Symptoms of Antisocial Personality Disorder
Sign and symptoms of Antisocial Personality Disorder
Failure to conform to social norms.
Deceitfulness.
Impulsivity.
Irritability and aggressiveness.
Reckless disregard for safety of self.
Consistent irresponsibility.
Lack of remorse.
Treatment of Antisocial Personality Disorder
Common Treatment of Antisocial Personality Disorder
Antidepressant or antipsychotic medications to help alleviate these conditions.
Psychotherapy therapy can help people with antisocial personality disorder develop appropriate interpersonal skills and instill a moral code. A critical part of this therapy is developing and maintaining a strong therapist-patient relationship.
Groups therapy can be especially helpful for people with this disorder.
