Understanding Psychopathy and Sociopathy

The video explores psychopathy and sociopathy, focusing on their relation to antisocial personality disorder (APD). It delves into the role of serotonin and the MAOA gene in brain chemistry, highlighting the differences between psychopaths and sociopaths. The challenges in treating these disorders are discussed, emphasizing the complexity of genetic and environmental factors.

What is the primary disorder that psychopathy and sociopathy fall under?

• Narcissistic Personality Disorder

• Borderline Personality Disorder

• Antisocial Personality Disorder

• Histrionic Personality Disorder

Which neurotransmitter is discussed in relation to psychopathy?

• Dopamine

• Serotonin

• Norepinephrine

• GABA

What is the role of the MAOA gene in psychopathy?

• It reduces GABA activity.

• It increases dopamine production.

• It affects serotonin breakdown.

• It enhances norepinephrine release.

What is the role of serotonin in brain development?

• It inhibits brain growth.

• It solely causes happiness.

• It decreases brain plasticity.

• It plays a role in maturing the brain.

Which part of the brain is associated with moral and ethical decision-making?

• Occipital lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Prefrontal cortex

• Parietal lobe

Why are psychopaths less likely to feel empathy?

• They have a smaller amygdala.

• Their prefrontal cortex is underactive.

• They lack serotonin entirely.

• They have a larger hippocampus.

How do psychopaths typically differ from sociopaths in their behavior?

• Psychopaths are more empathetic.

• Psychopaths are more calculating.

• Psychopaths are more impulsive.

• Psychopaths are less intelligent.

What societal roles might psychopaths gravitate towards?

• Teachers

• CEOs

• Artists

• Nurses

What is a significant challenge in treating psychopathy?

• Shortage of therapists

• Lack of medication

• Genetic and environmental complexity

• High treatment costs

What is a suggested societal approach to prevent psychopathy?

• Stricter laws

• Better parenting

• More medication

• Increased surveillance