Psychopathy and Criminal Behavior
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What is the definition of Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) according to DSM-V?

  • A personality disorder characterized by social withdrawal and avoidance
  • A disorder marked by excessive empathy and emotional sensitivity
  • A condition involving extreme fear of social interactions
  • A pervasive pattern of disregard for, and violation of the rights of others (correct)
  • What distinguishes a Primary Psychopath from a Secondary Psychopath?

  • Psychological, emotional, cognitive, biological differences (correct)
  • Learned antisocial behaviour
  • Behaviour origin parental abuse/rejection
  • Emotional instability, impulsivity, aggression, violence
  • How does a Dyssocial Psychopath differ from a True Psychopath?

  • 'Real' psychopath; Psychological, emotional, cognitive, biological differences
  • Not a ‘real’ psychopath; Learned antisocial behaviour
  • 'Real' psychopath; More emotional instability, impulsivity, aggression, violence
  • Not a ‘real’ psychopath; Behavior origin parental abuse/rejection (correct)
  • What is the main difference between psychopathy and Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD)?

    <p>Psychopathy includes emotional, neurological, &amp; cognitive aspects; ASPD restricts definitions to behavioral indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fate of the term 'Sociopath' in clinical diagnosis?

    <p>No accepted clinical diagnosis; Replaced by ASPD in DSM</p> Signup and view all the answers

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