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== == == == I have edited this answer because I felt it was unsuitably upsetting for a parent trying to find out about sociopathy in children. If anyone would like to add a slightly less upsetting reply that would be brilliant, sorry. New Response: regarding the answer above, the person above definitely is a parent of a sociopath, and how do I know? Because if you find yourself feeling really bad or disturbing or embarrassed or ashamed after you discuss a socipathic event involving your child, then your child is a sociopath. Technically, psychology does not diagnose minors with antisocial personality disorder, however, there are traits that your teen may exhibit that are indicative of a burgeoning socipath adult, those would include stealing, not showing remorse for wrongs they have done, blame shifting, extreme and chronic self-centeredness, not caring, pathologic lying, parasitic behavior, won't get a job but will constantly bum or steal money from his parent or his parent's friends. My husband's sociopath, I can call him that now because he is no longer a minor, made up an incredible lie about his father, one that could have gotten his father into serious trouble with law enforcement if the health practitioner believed the sociopath's lies... it totally made my husband a nervous wreck for several weeks after he received a phone call from this health practioner informing him of the tale that the son told the health care provider. Why did sociopath son make up this lie about his father? To get Revenge against his father because father was telling him to be more responsible or else get kicked out of the house on his 18th birthday. One mistake you can make if you suspect your child of having this personality disorder is to accuse him of it, because sociopath's are very "smart" and can figure out what emotion to feign in order to get what they want from you, despite your better wishes that they not have what they want, whatever that may be. I am not a pyschologist, I speak from experience.
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It is important to consult with a mental health professional for an accurate diagnosis. Some signs that may indicate sociopathic behavior in children include persistent lying, manipulative behavior, lack of empathy or remorse, aggression towards others or animals, and a disregard for rules or authority. Early intervention and support are crucial in addressing these behaviors.
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How do you protect your baby from its sociopath father?
you get a restraining order and you tell the judge that he is a sico and then your child will be safe
What if Sociopath is the Father of your child?
poor child!
How do you know if a child is a sociopath?
you dont
How do you tell someone they are a sociopath?
"You are a sociopath." However, if they truly are, it won't matter to that person.
If you believe your spouse is a sociopath and you have an infant together and a pending divorce should you fight for sole custody of the infant child?
If you feel your child is in danger than I would say yes but if you feel he is a sociopath than maybe you might want to consider consulting your question towards a professional who could tell you the safest way of going about dealing with a sociopath.
How do you tell someone they are dating a sociopath?
confront them
Is a sociopathic personalty inherited?
It can be. For example; if a child is raised by a sociopath, the sociopath raising them might be cold and distant(because they could have trouble making an attachment with the child.) The sociopath raising them can also be highly abusive. As a result, the child could grow up to have a sociopathic personality, because thats all they know.
Will a sociopath use a child to get what they want?
It is possible. Sociopaths have no sense of boundaries or guilt.
How do you tell a sociopath that they are one?
If you were involved with one and he/she is a chameleon and fools others (only for a short time usually) then worry about getting on with your own life and realizing that others can look after themselves. Sociopath/narcissist will hang themselves every time ... they just have to open their mouths!
What do you do when a child is involved and your in a relationship with a sociopath?
The short answer is get out, sociopathy cannot be cured. But see answer to the related question.
Do you warn others of a sociopath or say nothing?
Definitely tell people! They need to know!
What to do stepson is eleven possible sociopath and also have 3 little ones don't know what to do husband doesn't see it what to do?
You can't diagnose a eleven year old as a sociopath. Proffessionals agree that a sociopath can only be diagnosed accuretly as a adult. Once more many CEOs and leaders are sociopath, so your child might grow up to be great.
