How do you deal with an antisocial person?
Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy, is sometimes used to treat antisocial personality disorder. Therapy may include, for example, anger and violence management, treatment for alcohol or substance misuse, and treatment for other mental health conditions.
What are examples of antisocial behavior?
Examples of antisocial behaviour
- noisy neighbours.
- graffiti.
- drinking or drug use which leads to people being rowdy and causing trouble.
- large groups hanging about in the street (if they are causing, or likely to cause, alarm and distress)
- litter problems.
- racism.
What is considered antisocial behavior?
Anti-social behaviours are actions that harm or lack consideration for the well-being of others. It has also been defined as any type of conduct that violates the basic rights of another person and any behaviour that is considered to be disruptive to others in society.
What is antisocial personality disorder (ASPD)?
Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) is a proviso characterised by a scarcity of impathy and flair for other people. People who have antisocial personality disorder have little or no flair for right or wrong. They be hostile and often act torpidly or in an unfeeling manner.
How does antisocial personality disorder affect relationships with others?
A long-term study found that people with antisocial personality disorder are less likely to seek, talk to, or feel close to relatives outside their immediate family, and less likely to have close friends compared with people with no antisocial symptoms. (3)
Is there a link between ASPD and depression?
Depression and ASPD There is also an association between ASPD and depression. (1) Depression can be treated with therapy and medication such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Research suggests that SSRIs may decrease symptoms of aggression and impulsivity in people with ASPD.
How can I help someone with ASPD?
Most people with ASPD do not seek help on their own and intervention likely only happens due to legal problems. Research suggests that those who have the best outlook are those who have stronger social support and better spousal and family ties. If you have a loved one who has ASPD , you may find it helpful to talk to a mental health professional.