Antisocial Personality Disorder

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses antisocial personality disorder, which refers to a chronic condition whereby people exhibit no concern for the rights of others. It describes the signs and symptoms of the disorder, as well as its possible causes. It then looks at risk factors associated with the disorder. Finally, the paper discusses diagnosis and assessment of the disorder, as well as treatment options.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Signs and Symptoms
Causes
Risk Factors
When to Seek Medical Advice
Screening and Diagnosis
Complications
Treatment
Prevention
Coping Skills

From the Paper:

"Psychotherapy enables people with antisocial personality disorder to develop needed interpersonal skills as well as a code of ethics. The problem with psychotherapy is that it is based in a strong therapist-patient relationship. Establishing such a relationship is a problem because the person is usually angry and emotionally unstable. They have problems with interpersonal skills and are impulsive. Group therapy is sometimes an option. When there is a high risk of self-harm or harm to others, people with antisocial personality disorder may be hospitalized so that they can be monitored at all times."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Mayo Clinic (2006). Antisocial Personality Disorder. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/antisocial-personality-disorder/DS00829
• Medline Plus (2007). Medical encyclopedia: Antisocial personality disorder. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/encyclopedia.html

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