Dissocial Personality Disorder

Dissocial Personality Disorder

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMay 25, 2020

The topic Dissocial Personality Disorder you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Antisocial Personality Disorder.

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  • Antisocial Personality Disorder (APD or ASPD) is a long-term mental health disorder that is identified by certain antisocial traits including:
    • Reckless and aggressive behavior
    • Poor sense of morality
    • Manipulation and violation of others and their rights
    • History of crime, defiance of law, and conflict with law agencies
  • The disorder has an onset during one’s childhood or teenage years that continues and progresses into adulthood; over three-fourths of the cases are observed in men
  • The contributory factors for Antisocial Personality Disorder include an abusive childhood, alcoholism in the mother and/or father, and a parent or close relative with ASPD
  • The disorder usually coexists with a variety of other mental health conditions such as depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, histrionic personality disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), etc.
  • Early recognition and sustained treatment are needed for individuals with Antisocial Personality Disorder. These include cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and the administration of medications such as antidepressants and mood stabilizers
  • The prognosis of Antisocial Personality Disorder may be good, but it requires early recognition and appropriate therapy. Individuals with ASPD are increasing vulnerable for substance abuse, suicide, or being locked way in prison

Please find comprehensive information on Antisocial Personality Disorder regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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