Instructions: This quiz is designed to help give you some idea about whether or not you may be a psychopath or sociopath, or have psychopathic tendencies. This quiz is not meant to diagnose psychopathy or tell you definitively whether or not you’re a psychopath. But it will give you a pretty good idea, based upon the research. For each item, indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement. Take your time and answer truthfully for the most accurate results.

I am a year old Female / Male / Non-binary

1. Most would describe me as charming and nonchalant — I can turn my charm on and off like a faucet. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 2. I do what I want, when I want, the moment the impulse strikes me, regardless of what others want. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 3. If something goes wrong or turns out badly, it’s not my fault. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 4. I’ve gotten into legal or criminal trouble as an adult (not just a speeding or parking ticket). Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 5. I am easily the best at what I do, bar none — nobody could ever take my place. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 6. I do whatever I feel like doing, and I don’t care what others think — or even if it’s illegal. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 7. Every person for themselves; I don’t see the point in feeling sorry for other people and have no desire to help others. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 8. I’ve gotten into legal or criminal trouble when I was a teenager (not just a speeding or parking ticket). Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 9. I have no problem or concern in lying in order to get what I want. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 10. “Live in the moment” is what I say; the future will take care of itself and learning from your past is pointless. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 11. I never feel remorse, shame or guilt about something I’ve said or done. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me 12. I don’t see the point in taking on responsibilities of any kind — they just weigh you down. Not me

This describes me somewhat

This is definitely me

Learn More About Psychopathy

A person suffering from psychopathy is something that mental health professionals might typically diagnose as antisocial personality disorder. Someone with this kind of personality disorder typically experiences four (4) or more of the following symptoms: failure to conform to social norms; deceitfulness; impulsivity; irritability and aggressiveness; a reckless disregard for other people’s safety; consistent irresponsibility; and a lack of remorse.

Learn more: Symptoms of Antisocial Personality Disorder

Many people confuse psychopathy with sociopathy. These are pop psychology terms whose meaning are not well-defined by researchers, but you can understand the differences between a psychopath and a sociopath here.

Learn more: Why Do People Become Psychopaths?

Treatment of Antisocial Personality Disorder

While psychopathy doesn’t completely align with antisocial personality disorder, the two are similar enough to suggest treatment options might also be similar. You can learn more about the treatment options here.



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