Navigating the Spectrum: Understanding the Differences between Sociopathy and Psychopathy
Seyram Nyakpo, Mental Health Researcher, 27th September 2023 Following our recent exploration into the early onset signs of adolescent sociopathy, a deeper understanding of these behavioural complexities has emerged. In our ongoing quest to understand the complexities of human behaviour, we are now focusing on distinguishing sociopathy from another closely related term, psychopathy. In line with an article published by Brian Duignan on Encyclopedia Britannica, sociopathy and psychopathy are frequently used interchangeably. However, they have distinct characteristics that should be separated and recognized. While both conditions fall under the Antisocial Personality Disorders (APD) umbrella, their origins, behaviours, and implications differ significantly. To shed light into this distinction, The School Counsellor at Cornerstone International Academy spoke to our journalist, Origins and Development : Sociopathy is often considered a more environmentally driven condition. It c...