Brain chemistry as well as genes can matter, however parenting styles play a significant role in causing sociopathy. If a ...

High-functioning sociopaths can often hold down jobs and maintain relationships or marriages. However, these behaviors often hide a tendency to manipulate and exploit people for their benefit.

Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. The terms “psychopath” and “sociopath” are often used interchangeably in pop culture and casual conversation. To the everyday person ...

Relationships with sociopaths are intense. They are intentionally intense — the sociopath demands your attention, showers you with affection, and proclaims everlasting love — quickly.