Question

They know the young man well at the police station. Although only in his twenties, he has been arrested many times for a variety of unlawful behaviors. He usually denies any involvement, but eventually says that his victims are losers and that their loss is his gain. He would most likely be classified with ________ disorder.

Answer 1

Answer:

The given blank can be filled with antisocial personality.

Explanation:

A mental condition in which an individual exhibits a long-term pattern of manipulating, violating, or exploiting the rights of others without any remorse is termed as an antisocial personality disorder. This behavior may lead to issues in relationships or at work and is in general terms criminal.  

The cause of the condition is not known, however, the genes of an individual and other factors like child abuse may contribute to the development of the condition. It is seen that men are more affected by the condition in comparison to women. The condition is common in the people who are in prison.  

Some of the signs and symptoms of antisocial personality disorder are being able to act charming and witty, break the law numerous times, be good at flattery and manipulating other individual's emotions, not show remorse or guilt, and others. Hence, the given case is an illustration of the person suffering from an antisocial personality disorder.