Definition of narcissistic sociopath
“Sociopath” is a misused term. What you probably want to ask is, “does this person have a narcissistic personality disorder?”.
Narcissistic personality disorder (NDP) can include such traits as an inflated sense of importance, an obsession with success and power, a tendency to exploit others, and an inability to feel empathy.
A sociopath in psychology refers to someone who has an antisocial personality disorder (ASPD). Both NPD and ASPD come under the same ‘cluster’ of personality disorders. But those with antisocial behavior disorder have complete disregard for regulations and the law, don’t follow social norms, tend to be hostile and aggressive, and therefore rarely hold down a job.
So it’s unlikely to find a clinical sociopath in a position of power in a company. But yes, you will find people with narcissistic personality disorder in positions of power.
The truth about narcissistic personality disorder is that only around 1% of the population is thought to actually have it.
Sociopath Test: Do you have an antisocial personality disorder (commonly referred to as sociopathy)?
Below is a list of questions that relate to life experiences common among people diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder—a mental health condition characterized by a persistent disregard for the feelings of others and a lack of empathy. Please read each question carefully and indicate whether you have experienced these thoughts or behaviors since the age of 15.
Quiz questions derived using the DSM-5 Criteria for the Personality Disorders, established by the American Psychiatric Association (2012) and reviewed by a licensed clinical social worker. This quiz and the results are NOT a substitute for a formal diagnosis. Only a licensed mental health professional or doctor can provide a formal diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder.
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- Question of
In social situations are you?
- Really shy
- Confident and opinionated
- The center of attention
- Mixing with everyone
- Question of
How good are you at using language?
- I’m okay, I’m not the best speaker but I get by just fine.
- I love to make speeches and tell people what I think.
- I’m a confident speaker, and I sometimes get irritated when people don’t listen.
- I hate speaking in public it makes me nervous.
- Question of
If a friend gets a job that you wanted, how do you feel?
- I get emotional; I’m so happy for them.
- I’m pleased they deserve it.
- I would have been the better person for the job.
- I’m angry, that job should have been mine.
- Question of
Have you ever lied to get what you want?
- All the time I’m good at it.
- Never, it’s wrong to lie.
- On several occasions, it was necessary.
- Occasionally, I didn’t exactly tell the truth.
- Question of
Are your always right?
- Of course, and I make it known.
- Yes, but I don’t always argue about it.
- I can always see the other person’s point of view.
- Sometimes I am, sometimes I’m not.
- Question of
What type of romantic relationships do you have?
- Concise ones, I like to concentrate on myself.
- Very intense ones, I fall in love easily.
- Average I’d say, some fun, some arguing, sometimes love.
- I’ve had relationships, but I’ve never been in love.
- Question of
Do you ever take risks?
- No, I’m risk-averse.
- I’ll take a risk if I think it’s going to get me what I want.
- I’ll do anything that I want; I don’t see any risk.
- I take the occasional calculated risk; it makes life interesting.
- Question of
Are you manipulative?
- Yes, isn’t everyone?
- If the situation warrants it.
- I don’t even know what that means.
- I may have been on the odd occasion.
- Question of
Do you control your anger?
- I don’t get angry.
- Most of the time.
- I try, but it’s hard.
- Why would I want to?
- Question of
Do you repeatedly lie to or trick others for your own gain or pleasure?
- Always
- Often
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Do you act impulsively?
- Always
- Often
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Do you fail to plan ahead?
- Always
- Often
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Do you consistently fail to fulfill work obligations?
- Always
- Often
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Do you consistently fail to fulfill financial obligations?
- Always
- Often
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Have you ever engaged in criminal behavior?
- Always
- Often
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Do you find yourself unable to empathize with others dealing with difficult situations?
- Always
- Often
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
If you hurt someone else’s feelings, do you lack remorse or guilt?
- Always
- Often
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Are you aggressive?
- Yes
- No
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Do you engage in unnecessary risk-taking or dangerous behavior with no regard for the safety of self or others?
- Yes
- No
- Rarely
- Never
- Question of
Do you consider yourself superior to others?
- Yes
- No
- Rarely
- Never