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Personality Disorders & Mental Illnesses: The Truth About Psychopaths, Sociopaths, and Narcissists
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Nowadays, people often use the term “psychopath” to refer to criminals and people with violent tendencies. However, this abusive use of the word has led people to believe that any two-bit criminal immediately falls under the psychopath category.
Regardless of these misconceptions (or perhaps because of them), psychopathy is a fascinating subject for most people. This book aims to set the record straight, once and for all, about psychopathy and how exactly the mind of a psychopath works.
Delve into the minds of the world’s most famous psychopaths and discover the twisted logic that makes them commit horrific crimes without showing any signs of remorse. Why do they enjoy inflicting pain and suffering on other people, without qualms or any twinges of conscience?
Now, lets switch gears and explore Sociopathy. Is society to be blamed for the negative perception of sociopaths? As serial killers and notorious criminals in history prove sociopaths can be extremely dangerous individuals. Their presence itself is threatening and they must be dealt with great precaution. While they can be fearsome and their existence troubling, they do stir intrigue. We cannot help but wonder about their nature simply because they are different. They are far from normal.
In reading this book, you have to keep this in mind: Sociopathy is defined as a syndrome that makes a person incapable to emotionally condition his social experiences. Sociopaths essentially lack the ability to emotionally organize. This is why they do not feel empathy and other feelings which are normal to other people.
This segment has four main goals. One is to help you understand the condition beyond the textbook definition of sociopathy. Two, I hope that you can effectively utilize the information presented in this book to spread awareness and help prevent the number of children growing up to become sociopaths. Three, this book is for your own safety and protection.
Finally, I’d like to discuss the growing epidemic of Narcissism with you. As you cross the street, you are highly likely to come across a narcissist, and this would only mean one thing: they are common. Of course, there are two sides of the same coin when it comes to this type of personality.
This segment will provide you with all the information that you will ever need to understand narcissism and the narcissistic personality disorder. Here you be able to know how to identify someone who is a narcissist, read up on ideas about whether this is a good or a bad thing and how to control the self one is narcissistic.
It is amazing what you can learn from the mind of a narcissist or others with a personality disorder or mental illness. You will find many new discoveries within yourself and society when you start reading this book!
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Personality Disorders and Mental Illnesses Psychopathy Defined Personality Disorders and Psychopathy Crime and Psychopaths Psychopaths vs. Sociopaths Sociopath Defined The Goal of a Sociopath The Weaknesses of a Sociopath Dealing with a Sociopath Is there Hope for a Sociopath? Narcissism Defined The Narcissist in You The Narcissists of Today
Today only, get this Amazon #1 bestseller for just $4.99. Regularly priced at $9.99.
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Nowadays, people often use the term “psychopath” to refer to criminals and people with violent tendencies. However, this abusive use of the word has led people to believe that any two-bit criminal immediately falls under the psychopath category.
Regardless of these misconceptions (or perhaps because of them), psychopathy is a fascinating subject for most people. This book aims to set the record straight, once and for all, about psychopathy and how exactly the mind of a psychopath works.
Delve into the minds of the world’s most famous psychopaths and discover the twisted logic that makes them commit horrific crimes without showing any signs of remorse. Why do they enjoy inflicting pain and suffering on other people, without qualms or any twinges of conscience?
Now, lets switch gears and explore Sociopathy. Is society to be blamed for the negative perception of sociopaths? As serial killers and notorious criminals in history prove sociopaths can be extremely dangerous individuals. Their presence itself is threatening and they must be dealt with great precaution. While they can be fearsome and their existence troubling, they do stir intrigue. We cannot help but wonder about their nature simply because they are different. They are far from normal.
In reading this book, you have to keep this in mind: Sociopathy is defined as a syndrome that makes a person incapable to emotionally condition his social experiences. Sociopaths essentially lack the ability to emotionally organize. This is why they do not feel empathy and other feelings which are normal to other people.
This segment has four main goals. One is to help you understand the condition beyond the textbook definition of sociopathy. Two, I hope that you can effectively utilize the information presented in this book to spread awareness and help prevent the number of children growing up to become sociopaths. Three, this book is for your own safety and protection.
Finally, I’d like to discuss the growing epidemic of Narcissism with you. As you cross the street, you are highly likely to come across a narcissist, and this would only mean one thing: they are common. Of course, there are two sides of the same coin when it comes to this type of personality.
This segment will provide you with all the information that you will ever need to understand narcissism and the narcissistic personality disorder. Here you be able to know how to identify someone who is a narcissist, read up on ideas about whether this is a good or a bad thing and how to control the self one is narcissistic.
It is amazing what you can learn from the mind of a narcissist or others with a personality disorder or mental illness. You will find many new discoveries within yourself and society when you start reading this book!
Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...
Personality Disorders and Mental Illnesses Psychopathy Defined Personality Disorders and Psychopathy Crime and Psychopaths Psychopaths vs. Sociopaths Sociopath Defined The Goal of a Sociopath The Weaknesses of a Sociopath Dealing with a Sociopath Is there Hope for a Sociopath? Narcissism Defined The Narcissist in You The Narcissists of Today
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December 8, 2016
The introduction for this book sets the stage, and that's the purpose of introductions. But effective introductions set an orderly stage that signals that an interesting play is about to unfold. Unfortunately, in this case, the grammatical errors and lack of professional copy editing suggest that the ensuing play will be muddled at best and full of errors at worst. Both fears turn out to have some merit.
The first chapter begins with a discussion of schizophrenia which ignores the DSM definition and instead adopts the common lay-press misconception that the root word of the condition is schism and that this means this disease is actually multiple personality disorder. It is not. The two are quite separate. The Wikipedia article on schizophrenia explains how it is distinct from multiple personality disorder. This isn't an obscure fact that would have been difficult to research.
Early in the book, we are treated to a true deepity of definition. Under the heading, "What is Personality Disorder?" we are offered this gem of obfuscation: "Personality disorders fall under a class of mental illness that is recognizable by patterns of human behavior." In context, it carries on to talk about how these patterns of behavior are different from the norm. The problem is that this definition would have us believe that all the most extraordinary and world-changing individuals who have ever lived were mentally ill because they weren't just like everyone else in their time. In fact, many informed observers of humanity state that if there is anything such as a norm of human behavior, it's exceedingly difficult to define what it might be.
Lest my critique discourage a reader who wants a quick and digestible description of various clusters within the spectrum covered by Anti-Social Personality Disorders let me close with this. In his conclusion, the author states, "Hopefully this book has succeeded in its goal of broadening your understanding of personality disorders and mental illness, and may it also aid you in coping with the tendencies that surround you and your loved ones." I do feel the book is well researched, comprehensive and accurate enough to deliver on both those of those objectives. So if you are concerned with individuals that may be psychopaths, sociopaths or extreme narcissists, the book is well worth reading.
The first chapter begins with a discussion of schizophrenia which ignores the DSM definition and instead adopts the common lay-press misconception that the root word of the condition is schism and that this means this disease is actually multiple personality disorder. It is not. The two are quite separate. The Wikipedia article on schizophrenia explains how it is distinct from multiple personality disorder. This isn't an obscure fact that would have been difficult to research.
Early in the book, we are treated to a true deepity of definition. Under the heading, "What is Personality Disorder?" we are offered this gem of obfuscation: "Personality disorders fall under a class of mental illness that is recognizable by patterns of human behavior." In context, it carries on to talk about how these patterns of behavior are different from the norm. The problem is that this definition would have us believe that all the most extraordinary and world-changing individuals who have ever lived were mentally ill because they weren't just like everyone else in their time. In fact, many informed observers of humanity state that if there is anything such as a norm of human behavior, it's exceedingly difficult to define what it might be.
Lest my critique discourage a reader who wants a quick and digestible description of various clusters within the spectrum covered by Anti-Social Personality Disorders let me close with this. In his conclusion, the author states, "Hopefully this book has succeeded in its goal of broadening your understanding of personality disorders and mental illness, and may it also aid you in coping with the tendencies that surround you and your loved ones." I do feel the book is well researched, comprehensive and accurate enough to deliver on both those of those objectives. So if you are concerned with individuals that may be psychopaths, sociopaths or extreme narcissists, the book is well worth reading.
January 14, 2022
I love psychology and this was an easy read, but I felt like there was a lot of info that was repeated. so much so, that I would make sure I wasn't re-reading a chapter.
November 17, 2019
Very poor and misleading.
I have worked with people suffering from mental health issues for many years. I can't recommend this book. The author appears to have no qualifications or experience in the field he is discussing. It is full of errors, in the introduction he asserts: "Research shows that suicide cases alone have risen by 60% in the last 45 years, with victims’ ages ranging from 15 to 40 years old." So no one with a mental illness kills themselves once they've made it to 41? Really? (Oh, and he never references the tea search that he cites.) In chapter one he informs us, as another reviewer has pointed out, that schizophrenia is a condition where the person has more than one personality, a totally out of date misconception. And as for:
"Sociopaths have an innocent charisma. But, they are also gifted with sexual appeal, although this does not mean that all sexy people are sociopaths." I won't comment, but it does give you an idea of what we are dealing with. Full of errors as it is, the worst thing about it is it's so badly written.
Can I have my money back please?
I have worked with people suffering from mental health issues for many years. I can't recommend this book. The author appears to have no qualifications or experience in the field he is discussing. It is full of errors, in the introduction he asserts: "Research shows that suicide cases alone have risen by 60% in the last 45 years, with victims’ ages ranging from 15 to 40 years old." So no one with a mental illness kills themselves once they've made it to 41? Really? (Oh, and he never references the tea search that he cites.) In chapter one he informs us, as another reviewer has pointed out, that schizophrenia is a condition where the person has more than one personality, a totally out of date misconception. And as for:
"Sociopaths have an innocent charisma. But, they are also gifted with sexual appeal, although this does not mean that all sexy people are sociopaths." I won't comment, but it does give you an idea of what we are dealing with. Full of errors as it is, the worst thing about it is it's so badly written.
Can I have my money back please?
January 12, 2025
Very insightful
A good analysis of different mental illnesses and personality disorders. I appreciated the self assessment questionnaire! This book acknowledges the limitations in achieving full change and recovery which is a good guide for family members trying to rescue their relative suffering from these difficulties.
A good analysis of different mental illnesses and personality disorders. I appreciated the self assessment questionnaire! This book acknowledges the limitations in achieving full change and recovery which is a good guide for family members trying to rescue their relative suffering from these difficulties.
March 12, 2018
Easy read
Very enlightening. Living with a loved one who suffers with a mental illness without a diagnosis is crippling just an insight explaining that it isn't their fault or being able to say they think differently takes the anger and frustration away.
Very enlightening. Living with a loved one who suffers with a mental illness without a diagnosis is crippling just an insight explaining that it isn't their fault or being able to say they think differently takes the anger and frustration away.
October 4, 2025
I started reading it and it has been a great insight for me about other people's reactions and reasons behind their mental records Knowing how many different types a certain mental illness has is a really good knowledge to own and have in mind.
February 24, 2019
Pretty ok
A good short read on mental illnesses. Don't expect to come out a
Licensed therapists or close to one but this is a good place to start.
A good short read on mental illnesses. Don't expect to come out a
Licensed therapists or close to one but this is a good place to start.
April 1, 2019
Enjoyable
An enjoyable ready. Easy to understand and follow. A good insight into mental illness. Well worth the time to read.
An enjoyable ready. Easy to understand and follow. A good insight into mental illness. Well worth the time to read.
July 23, 2020
Great for general knowledge!
This book is concise and to the point on identifying the behavior of personality disorders. A quick, good read about the topic.
This book is concise and to the point on identifying the behavior of personality disorders. A quick, good read about the topic.
October 13, 2020
Good read
Book was very informative and thorough read, I would definitely recommend it if your dealing with someone mentally unwell I'd give it a read
Book was very informative and thorough read, I would definitely recommend it if your dealing with someone mentally unwell I'd give it a read
May 15, 2021
Wonderful
It thought me a lot of tips and things to look out for when dealing with people on a day to day base
It thought me a lot of tips and things to look out for when dealing with people on a day to day base
January 21, 2023
Full of errors and dangerous misconceptions about mental illness and it's origins. Do not recommend
January 9, 2024
Good insights
Author did a nice job providing quality information about mental health issues. Also gives strategies how to work with people with mental illness.
Author did a nice job providing quality information about mental health issues. Also gives strategies how to work with people with mental illness.
June 24, 2024
I was hoping for something more scientific and precise.
February 7, 2025
Repetitive
October 24, 2016
Very interesting
I appreciate how the author was able to make clear distinctions between each disorder with examples on how they could be confused.
I appreciate how the author was able to make clear distinctions between each disorder with examples on how they could be confused.
June 6, 2015
A light read, with some interesting information.
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