Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
A mental health disorder characterized by disregard for others, persistent lying, stealing, demonstrating aggressive behavior and a lack of remorse.
Related terms
Conduct Disorder: A type of behavior disorder where children display aggressive behavior that causes or threatens harm to people or animals.
Psychopathy: A personality disorder characterized by enduring antisocial behavior, diminished empathy and remorse, and bold, disinhibited, egotistical traits.
Sociopathy: Unlike psychopaths who are born with their traits, sociopaths usually have a history of behavioral problems during childhood such as chronic lying or stealing.