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Navigating the Spectrum: Understanding the Differences between Sociopathy and Psychopathy

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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...

Do You Know The Person Sitting Next to You? Early Onset Signs of Adolescent Sociopathy.

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Seyram Nyakpo, Mental Health Researcher, Sunday 17th September 2023. In an era where understanding the complexities of human behaviour is essential, a new study has shed light on the early onset signs of adolescent sociopathy. Researchers have identified key indicators that may help parents, educators, and mental health professionals identify potential sociopathic traits in young individuals. This groundbreaking research aims to raise awareness and facilitate early intervention to support the well-being of adolescents and society as a whole Sociopathy, a term often associated with individuals who exhibit manipulative, deceitful, and anti-social behaviours, has been a subject of growing concern in recent years.  According to a student at Cornerstone International Academy, ...[is] that why [classmate’s name] doesn’t care about anyone or anything except herself, she is willing to go behind everybody’s back and gets people to do things for her, and yet people still like her… This stude...