7 Signs Someone Is A Sociopath

Sociopathy, commonly classified as an antisocial personality disorder, is characterized by behavior patterns that include manipulation, deceit, aggression, and lack of empathy. Despite the media’s glamourization and widely inaccurate portrayal of sociopaths, most of them are not serial killers. They can be CEOS, lawyers, business owners, politicians, Wall Street traders, housewives, doctors, or anyone. So, how do you know if you might be dealing with a sociopath? Watch this video to find out.

Disclaimer: This video is purely for educational purposes only and is not designed to diagnose anybody with sociopathy or antisocial personality disorder. If you suspect that you might be a victim of a sociopath's behavior, talk to a professional such as a GP or somebody you trust in order to try and access support.

Writer: Sara Del Villar
Script Editor: Morgan Franz
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Sam Rain
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

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[daegaliii]

“Are you crazy?”
“Crazy people don’t know they are crazy and I know I am crazy. Therefore I am not crazy, isn’t that crazy??”
-Johnny Depp

[fullmetaltheorist]

"7 signs why you hate yourself."
"7 signs someone is a sociopath."

*YouTube's recommendations are concerning me.*

[sineadw]

1. Lack empathy
2. Manipulative
3. Charming
4. Ill tempered and impulsive
5. Strained relationships
6. Narcissistic
7. Find enjoyment in others suffering

[kanemoody]

I was diagnosed with being a sociopath by my therapist, and helped a lot. God rest his soul what he's done. He's playing in the stars now.

[Christophernorbits]

It drives me crazy when someone says "Antisocial" when describing someone who is introverted or just doesn't want to deal with anyone at that time.

[phun]

They don't lack empathy because they don't understand other people. They understand people very well. They just feel no guilt or genuine affection.

[YelloBirb]

Video: "... Not meant to provide a diagnosis..."
Someone, probably: "I'm gonna pretend I didn't hear that."

[wafflewaifu]

Growing up, I've always struggled with maintaining relationships with my family and friends. It was a long journey trying to figure out why and realizing I was narcissistic, manipulative, insensitive, etc. It takes a lot to unpack and unlearn the childhood trauma and toxic behaviors you've been carrying your whole life. So thank you to all the angels who've been patient and tried to understand us, we never asked to be this way and more often than not, we don't know better. We just need help.

[annie]

"not meant to provide a diagnosis"
me trying to diagnose light from death note

[reapvkz]

Diagnosed Sociopath here. This video is so adorable. And she didn't tried to make us look like evil monsters. I do appreciate.

[kokadosh]

**Reads first 2 signs**
Oh shit I may be this

**Number 3: they're dangerously charming**
Phew, I'm safe

[ericksake]

I’m 28 and I have a sister who is 15 months younger than me. She is almost 27. She has been my best friend pretty much all of my life. Because of some recent events, I have come to realize she’s a text-book sociopath. Because of the chronic manipulation and deception, I’m not sure if I can have a relationship with her moving forward. This is heartbreaking for me and I feel like I am losing a part of me. But the way she treats me, our family, and those around her is unacceptable. I hope she can get the helps she needs to manage her disorder.

[alexvee]

A friend of mine is actually a sociopath. He's actually very chill. He can be very cold sometimes, but that's just him being him. The way he says it is that most sociopaths who manipulate others do so because they're bored and want entertainment; been friends with him for 6 years and he hasn't tried to hurt me yet, in fact, he's actually helped me with my depression on multiple occasions. Sociopaths can be extremely dangerous for sure, and a lot of what was said can be true, but not 100% of the time for all sociopaths; not all of them are out to manipulate you and ruin your life. A lot of the sociopaths that you don't hear about on the news are just trying to blend in because they know society will tear them to shreds by just being what they are.

Also, this video really makes it sound like you think sociopaths are evil, they are not. They are just misunderstood.

One thing that I heard from someone on Reddit is, "The sociopaths that are good people and don't try to go out of their way to harm individuals are usually sociopaths that don't ever tell you or show you that they are a sociopath."

All in all, if you're being abused by a sociopath, by all means, get out of that relationship, but not all sociopaths want to hurt you.

[datastorm]

Sounds like most politicians. That's not even a joke.

[muchtired]

My mom has basically taught me not to trust anyone who's charming and nice.

[maggieizaya]

"they could be politicians."
He. He. He.

[IzobelSquires]

The sociopath in this video is adorable. He has a little leaf on his head and fluffy hair. It’s cute god damn it

[FudgeBabyInTheHouse]

I unfortunately recognized all these signs way too late: mental and physical abuse, gaslighting, manipulation…. now with an unplanned pregnancy. I’ve never felt that “my life is over” feeling until that moment. Forever trapped with the most abusive and damaging woman I’ve ever dated is a feeling i wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy.

[nunyabizness]

When I was 8 I was hit by a car, had a terrible head injury and a broken femur. When I was 13 I was well on my way to being a complete sociopath. I did not understand why I acted the way I did until I came across a shrink that asked me if I ever had a brain injury. I said yes 5 years ago. He immediately switched gears with me after that. By the time I was 24 I was out of that hell. Thanks Doc.

[akt]

Me: reads title

Also me: **flashbacks of diary of a wimpy kid**