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Psychopath vs Sociopath: How to spot the key differences

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Most people use these terms interchangeably, but they describe two very different personality types. While both psychopaths and sociopaths fall under Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), their behaviors, brain functions, and motivations are worlds apart.

In this episode, we dive deep into:
✔️ The key traits that separate psychopaths from sociopaths
✔️ Why psychopaths are cold, calculated manipulators
✔️ How sociopaths are impulsive, reckless, and aggressive
✔️ The brain science behind their behaviors
✔️ Real-world examples and why understanding these differences matters

Whether you’re fascinated by criminal psychology, work in mental health or just want to decode the personalities around you, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

🎧 Listen now and uncover the truth about psychopaths and sociopaths!

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into psychology and human behavior!

#Psychopaths #Sociopaths #TrueCrime #Psychology #MentalHealth #MedHeads

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Most people use these terms interchangeably, but they describe two very different personality types. While both psychopaths and sociopaths fall under Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), their behaviors, brain functions, and motivations are worlds apart.

In this episode, we dive deep into:
✔️ The key traits that separate psychopaths from sociopaths
✔️ Why psychopaths are cold, calculated manipulators
✔️ How sociopaths are impulsive, reckless, and aggressive
✔️ The brain science behind their behaviors
✔️ Real-world examples and why understanding these differences matters

Whether you’re fascinated by criminal psychology, work in mental health or just want to decode the personalities around you, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

🎧 Listen now and uncover the truth about psychopaths and sociopaths!

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into psychology and human behavior!

#Psychopaths #Sociopaths #TrueCrime #Psychology #MentalHealth #MedHeads

  continue reading

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