Trump: Textbook example of Antisocial Personality Disorder

[pat_k]

Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD), also known as dissocial personality disorder (DPD) and sociopathy, is a personality disorder, characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for, or violation of, the rights of others. An impoverished moral sense or conscience is often apparent, as well as a history of crime, legal problems, or impulsive and aggressive behavior..

The APA's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fourth edition, text revision (DSM IV-TR), defines antisocial personality disorder (Cluster B):[24]

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

failure to conform to social norms with respect to lawful behaviors as indicated by repeatedly performing acts that are grounds for arrest;

deception, as indicated by repeatedly lying, use of aliases, or conning others for personal profit or pleasure;
impulsivity or failure to plan ahead;

irritability and aggressiveness, as indicated by repeated physical fights or assaults;

reckless disregard for safety of self or others;

consistent irresponsibility, as indicated by repeated failure to sustain consistent work behavior or honor financial obligations;

lack of remorse, as indicated by being indifferent to or rationalizing having hurt, mistreated, or stolen from another.

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Trump scores a big 6 of 6 (only 3 required for diagnosis).

[spooky3]

1. Yeah, but if they "tell it like it is", it's all good.

[pat_k]

2. Yes. It's truly mind boggling

i watched "Frontline: The Choice" last night. The descriptions of him as a child, and 'growing up" (if you can call his arrested development "growing up&quot , really brought home how deeply ingrained his psychopathy is. Decided to check out the current criteria. He's an ASPD poster boy.