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Old Sep 20, 2007, 02:29 PM
Draffon Draffon is offline
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Yes, ASPD is in the DSM. Here are the criterion:

1. failure to conform to social norms with respect to lawful behaviors as indicated by repeatedly performing acts that are grounds for arrest
2. deceitfulness, as indicated by repeated lying, use of aliases, or conning others for personal profit or pleasure
3. impulsivity or failure to plan ahead
4. irritability and aggressiveness, as indicated by repeated physical fights or assaults
5. reckless disregard for safety of self or others
6. consistent irresponsibility, as indicated by repeated failure to sustain steady work or honor financial obligations
7. lack of remorse, as indicated by being indifferent to or rationalizing having hurt, mistreated, or stolen from another

As to finding a therapist...that isn't feasible at the moment. Perhaps in a couple months, I can.

>>>they break laws and rules,have no drive to be upstanding-- >>>sounds like you do and you don't break laws/rules without >>>remorse.

In some cases, I have no problem breaking rules and/or laws. It depends on if I agree with them or not. This occurred more often when I was young, and mainly concerned theft from my father. I held him in contempt, so I had no qualms about stealing from him to get something I wanted. I still don't feel guilty about that.

Thanks for pointing out the schizoid and attachment thing. I hadn't heard of them before, but I will look them up.

>>>About you getting a sort of "pleasure" when fighting with >>>someone that has wronged you--- do you think perhaps your >>>joy comes from the inner-projection that the person you are >>>really defending yourself from is your father?

Hm. No, I don't think so. At least, I have never thought about him in any conscious way while fighting. I just seem to like to hurt people that I think deserve it.

Thanks for the replies.