Definition
A personality disorder that is characterized by a history of continuous and chronic anti-social behavior in which the rights of others are violated. Characteristics include an inability to sustain consistent work behavior, an inability to function as a responsible parent, failure to accept social norms with respect to lawful behavior, inability to maintain enduring relationships, irritability and aggressiveness which may be indicated by repeated physical fights or assault, failure to honor financial obligations, failure to plan ahead as indicated by traveling from place to place without a prearranged job or other goal, disregard for the truth and recklessness.
URL Name
YF-5000-5400-030
Third Level Code
YF-5000
Taxonomy Code
YF-5000.5400-030
Parent Code
YF-5000.5400
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fifth Level Code
YF-5000-5400-030
Fourth Level Code
YF-5000-5400
Use References
Socially Maladjusted, Sociopathic Personalities, Sociopaths
Publication Status
Online