could i be a sociopath ?

Question

Im selfish and have a disregard for anyones feelings but my own. When i do something that is deemed wrong, i dont really feel guilty but i will sometimes act apologetically, but not out of remorse, just because i feel obligated to due to social standards. Im impulsive and restless and engage in some high risk behavior. I've also had two long term relationships which i abruptly ended because I came to the conclusion that I didnt need them anymore. I've come to realize that when i grow close to people, its not particularly the people i care about but the feelings that they evoke within me, but the person themselves is somewhat replaceable. Whats wrong with me ?

Im a girl.

Answer 1

LOL anything is possible

Answer 2

I think you are pretty normal. It sounds like you are just not in touch with your inner self that much, which often happens in guys because of their upbringing and social pressures and expectations put on men, to be strong and not show feelings. This then results in guys suppressing their feelings and just go numb. If you had a sociopathic personality, I don't think you would have this much insight into your behavior. I don't think you would self-critique and realize that there is something wrong with you. It sounds to me that deep down you are actually quite unhappy with the fact that you have no emotional closeness to anyone. That is not sociopathic I think.

Answer 3

i ought to handle the rest, actual or psychological, different than for that diagnosis. I try my maximum suitable to no longer decide others with psychological themes as I even have stress and PTSD, yet my themes have been extra beneficial via studies with sociopaths. Sociopaths might desire to be registered and compelled to introduce themselves like intercourse offenders upon diagnosis.

Answer 4

No youre not a sociopath. I agree with lilly on this one, you sound pretty normal, youre just not in touch with yourself. Youre self aware. Whatever happened to you as a child afffected you to the point that you withdrew into yourself. And when you withdraw into yourself you lose sight of the world and people in it. All you gotta do is go talk to a therapist(sorry, i know everybody will tell you to do this, but it works). You'll be ok, so long as you go and talk.

Answer 5

Take a look at this book - "The Sociopath Next Door". You can find it at any bookstore, just flip through and see if you fit the profile. It sounds like it to me, except that most sociopaths wouldn't even care enough about it to post.

Answer 6

People who are commonly termed 'sociopaths' and 'psychopaths' are those who actually have two types of a psychological ailment called antisocial personality disorder.

Sociopaths have normal temperments and their personality is likely caused by social conflicts and disorder occuring early in life. Psychopaths on the other hand are impulsive, fearless and aggressive; their personality is likely more genetically inherited.

Here are the Diagnostic and Statistic Manual IV (the bible for psychologists) criteria for antisocial personality disorder:

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Antisocial personality disorder as a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others occurring since age 15, as indicated by three (or more) of the following:

1. failure to conform to social norms with respect to lawful behaviors as indicated by repeatedly performing acts that are grounds for arrest
2. deceitfulness, as indicated by repeated lying, use of aliases, or conning others for personal profit or pleasure
3. impulsivity or failure to plan ahead
4. irritability and aggressiveness, as indicated by repeated physical fights or assaults
5. reckless disregard for safety of self or others
6. consistent irresponsibility, as indicated by repeated failure to sustain steady work or honor financial obligations
7. lack of remorse, as indicated by being indifferent to or rationalizing having hurt, mistreated, or stolen from another

The manual lists the following additional necessary criteria:

* The individual is at least 18 years of age.
* There is evidence of conduct disorder with onset before age 15 years.
* The occurrence of antisocial behavior is not exclusively during the course of Schizophrenia or a Manic Episode.
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In my limited knowledge of psychology, I would say that the very fact that you are asking this question means that you ARE feeling concerned, and some guilt about some of your actions. Therefore, you maybe impulsive, selfish, manipulative, etc, but you probably are not a socio/psychopath, and probably do not have AntiSocial Personality Disorder :D!

Answer 7

You have just described my boyfreind. im convinced he has Narcissistic Personality Disorder google that and im sure you will find similar symptoms as your describing now. My boyfriend has major problems he a compulsive liar for one, he is so selfish, he has cheated, lyed, and hurt me so many times. narcissistics need other people to feel good about themselves, if one person is not giving them that then they will want to find somone who will. hope this helps but please admiting you have a problem is great thats the first step, its a hard and long road but get the help u need and you may overcome this. Good Luck.

Answer 8

I think I dated you. You are a sociopath,and thats exactley how they act! You shouldnt date cause its not fair how you hurt other people! Yes these people have no regard for others and no feelings for anyone but themselves.look into it you will see. Get help before you do something super nasty to someone if you havent already before you really hurt more people.

Answer 9

Gets some help now, before the problem grows worse.

Answer 10

you are the epitomy of a sociopath. see you in prison