Narcissist vs Psychopath vs Sociopath | How To Spot The Difference

What is the difference between a Narcissist, Psychopath, and Sociopath?

Or what about Antisocial Personality?

In today’s video, I want to provide clarity on these different personality types and how to spot the differences between them.

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This video was created by Barbara Heffernan, LCSW for educational purposes only. These videos are not diagnostic and provide no individual consultation. Consumption of these materials is for your own education and any medical, psychological, or professional care decisions should be made between you and your primary care doctor or another provider that you are engaged with. Barbara Heffernan is not available for individual consultation via YouTube, social media, or email, and provides services only in the manner mentioned above.

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☀️☀️CHAPTERS☀️☀️
0:00 Intro
0:57 Differential Diagnosis Terms
1:58 Antisocial Personality Disorder
3:06 Diagnosing a Personality Disorder
7:50 Sociopath vs Psychopath
10:03 #1 - How They Want to Be Perceived
11:32 #2 - Impulsivity
13:27 #3 - Remorse
14:11 #4 - Need to Fit In
15:15 Why It Matters

[kimbohaze]

I have a family member that has always acted in a way that always made me think, "How can someone act this way and think it is ok?" Well, my son texted me one night and said, "I know what so and so's problem is! She's a narcissist!" So I started listening to videos about it and sure enough, she's a full blown narcissist and it answers so many of my questions about her. Thanks so much for the information!

[ardent]

I've been studying this information for more than 10 years, after a bad relationship with a narcissistic female, then I went home to family and realized they were like this, then I ended up working with people like this, it seems as though the number of people who are just out for and only think about self has dramatically increased and I'm surrounded by them, they may not all be diagnosable narcissists, but they're operating in that paradigm.

[ashleyburdette]

It is such a shame you are no longer an active personal theripest (not that i could probably afford you anyway). I have been literally non stop watching so many of your videos and I'd have to say, you are the most insightful person on many of these subjects. I love how you do not push an agenda and try to offer help but in such a broad way and with the understanding of really knowing your audience. I am just blown away by how well you seem to really understand so many different concepts. I wish you could offer me more personal and specific advice in my life, but the fact that you make these videos is so helpful and has really opened my eyes to so many different things. I know this has done wonders for me, and I know you are helping so many people in that same way. You are reaching people who would have never known you or your abilities without YouTube and these videos are helping way more people than you ever could have doing one-on-ones. I am greatful to have came across you. I think you are absolutely doing a wonderful job, and please keep the information coming.

[agriffin]

I have a bachelors in social psychology and in the early 90s they didn't study this like it's being studied now. That is part of the reason why I'm watching these videos. Also because I've been caught off guard by people with these characteristics. ❤

[julieb]

I had a person in my life who was a pathological liar. I was bamboozled for years, and realized I was being manipulated and isolated through subtle manipulation after I disconnected. I’m learning how to trust people again in new friendships. I guess I want to “figure” it out so I don’t experience it again.

[cynicallyyours]

I had some one on my life that was quite narcissistic but there were other traits that concerned me. I did my research and discovered this person fit into the pyschopath criteria. It helped me to realise there was no way of dealing with this person so it was better to have minimal contact. A child custody issue was involved.

[baltvdb]

I instinctively usually feel that I'm in the wrong, this subject helps me to understand that I may have merely been unlucky with some of my social relationships. It's also very interesting how differently motivated some people are.

[AmariaZu]

I'm a 40 year old narc abuse survivor who was struggling for a few years based on being told I was an awful person since I was a child.

I spent years believing I was ill, and leaning more to aspd because I couldn't reconcile that I'm not the issue.

I sought therapy on my own, 6-7 years ago due to my anxiety disorder starting to spiral out of control again.

Turns out I have ADHD, along with gad, PTSD, and ocd and they all were caused (not the ADHD everything else tho-) by prolonged exposure to my likely maternal mNPD.

I found your channel after starting to educate myself to understand how, if and why my relationship with my mother can be better managed by myself.

Started with my therapists, and eventually started reading but videos are easier for me.

I'm here to learn more about my own potential disorders in future.

I'm scared I'm traumatized and gonna miss signs.

[BarbzSA]

I'm 49. I've been in therapy for 12 years working hard on detangling my childhood traumas. My mother has a pd (sociopathic-ish). I still struggle to identify toxic people and I want to keep learning so that I can continue to protect myself. I feel like knowing the subtle differences can help.

[The_green_zebra]

I'm here because I have a few very difficult people in my life and I need to figure out as much info as possible. Plus I need to figure out (and I am figuring it out) why I attract so many people like this and how can I improve myself so I don't do it anymore. Trying to level up 💚

[ptcoristine]

I was under the impression that lacking remorse is the same as lacking empathy… but there are nuances of difference to consider. The family member I am thinking about often lacks remorse for the results of his actions but seems to display some empathy for others including pets. I could not fathom how one person could be this way and this discussion helps put a finer point on it. This person is currently in prison and cannot hold a normal job and doesn’t want to …. you see, the Boss is always a know-nothing jerk…this doesn’t bode well for successful reentry into society and the rules the rest of us abide by . I’d like to see more discussion about empathy and remorse! Thank you 🙏

[walloffire]

Both parents were narcissists. Most siblings are weird combos. Histrionic, bipolar and narcissists. Hits all of Hare's list.

[elgaemit]

I watch this in an effort to find my way.

[gardenialeeman]

Love the way you explain things Barbara. I care to understand all of that because I have dealt with several of them and at this point I am very scary of all those people and I just want to stay away from them. ASAP And I think there are too many of those out there too. Thank you!

[sh]

2 family members, I think their behaviors overlap in some instances, but charm and build a support networks that then pressured/es me into compliance, I lost my voice. They are different but seem to be both sides of the same coin, lack empathy, remorse, loyalty, charactor, can't " fess up" and resolve issues, they scapegoat and smear.

[XimenaZhao]

I deal with people who seem to have zero self-awareness, empathy, and remorse. They blunder through life being absolutely awful to everyone around them, yet they are blissfully clueless. Not even in denial, because that would mean they were capable of self-awareness at all. I want to watch this to understand what's wrong with them and maybe how to deal with them better.

[brennanleyen]

I have had several acts of SA against me throughout my life and most recently with my husband (soon to be ex) and I feel gullible. I don’t feel like it was my fault, but I just want to know who to avoid because I’m tired of healing from these acts against me. So, what I gather is I need to avoid charmers and people who don’t have real friends and who tend to have no respect for rules and authority. Thank you.

[marianafedorovska]

Hello! I just interested in this topic because I need to keep bounderies with my narc co-workers (boss and her monkey). Thank you for your videos! They help!

[wannabetrucker]

Hats off to you for your history of psychotherapy, and thank you for keeping us (non professionals) reined in. At this point in my life i am just happy to (mostly) recognize that something's wrong here with this or that person and -- SHIELDS UP 😊 👍🏼

[shavonroach]

I was dating someone toxic and abusive who I thought was a narcissist but I now realize he’s more antisocial… that’s why I searched this. Thank you for your thorough explanation ❤