Personality and Mood Disorders Q 89
A person with antisocial personality disorder has difficulty relating to others because of never having learned to:
A. Count on others.
B. Empathize with others.
C. Be dependent on others.
D. Communicate with others socially.
Correct Answer: B. Empathize with others.
The lack of superego control allows the ego and the id to control the behavior. Self-motivation and self-satisfaction are of paramount concern. As adults, the disorder can be destructive to both the person living with it and those who come into contact with them. People with antisocial personality disorder are more likely to engage in risk-taking behaviors, dangerous activities, and criminal acts. Those with the disorder are often described as having no conscience and feel no regret or remorse for their harmful actions.
Option A: People who have antisocial personality disorder have little or no regard for right or wrong. They antagonize and often act insensitively or in an unfeeling manner. At its core, the inability to consider the thoughts, feelings, and motivations of other people can lead to harmful disregard for others.
Option C: Antisocial personality disorder often has a significant impact on a person’s ability to function, which can make it difficult to cope with many aspects of life. According to the DSM-5, the condition can result in incarceration, injury, or death due to harmful or criminal actions. The disorder also has the potential to cause harm to friends, family members, co-workers, and strangers who may be harmed by the person’s actions.
Option D: 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.