Sociopath Community

That's funny when I wasn't here for how many months? It's ok. I know you want me and you're just frustrated that I have zero interest. 

If I bother you so much why don't you find me some other forums to visit while I'm on all these pain meds. Thanks pookie. 

by malevo

 I think these tests could help lead the person to do research and approach a specialist with the doubts.

They help? Yes. Are they accurate? I think some are, at least they hint you toward a direction. Are they necessary? Not really.

 This^

by Project2501

I guess online tests can give you a rough idea of we're you're heading and the only if you're being honest.

 And this^

by anastacia

Just going to paste what I said in another thread:

 

These tests are nonsense. Anyone with half a brain can manipulate their answers in order to get the outcome they want. It's not genuine and by looking at these tests taken by "sociopaths" (whether actual or wish they were) we're believing the sociopaths themselves to give actual honest answers. Why would I believe anything anyone says online, least of all someone claiming to be a sociopath?

 

 In our Computer era of vast accessible information I see no reason why a Sociopath couldn't do a test to determine whether s/he really is one. Neither of us have a label pinned on a buttock with a strict description of our features (at least I don't). What is more, a test for determination of Sociopathy is no different than any other test; anyone can do it with decent abilities of introspection and access to one's past. However, it would be wise to do a test that is used to determine other disorders as well (e.g. MMPI-2) because many traits tend to overlap. Lastly, such test should not be taken for granted and should only be used as a pointer for further inspection because some questions require a lot of analysis, e.g. your empathy levels or even habits of lying.

P.S. it is possible for a Sociopath to posses only some of the traits required for such diagnosis because it is a spectrum disorder and some people are in a wrong environment for misbehaving. It is also possible for a sane individual to score high on the pcl-r scale if s/he exhibits antisocial traits.

Not all sociopaths possess introspection. I don't have a problem with anyone doing tests, I do them myself and my own doctor still gives questionnaires every few sessions , but I don't see it as a definitive indicator due to the inability to be impartial whether it be conscious or subconscious. If a few things sound familiar when taking one then seek more information but I can't put more weight into them aside from just general indication. 

Even when honest, there are so many ways you can approach taking these tests, you're bound to score differently based on that alone. What kind of mood are you in? Are you basing it on what others would have thought or what you think? Are you basing it off of your present or your past? Do you factor in your intentions? Do you focus solely on the behavior? Are you selfaware? All these things and more make giving yourself an accurate test very difficult. Then you have to factor in the confirmation bias others have mentioned.

Then again, would an outsider be any better at reading you? How do we know this? We can't all even agree on what psychopaths do and don't feel, something core to understanding the mind of one, so how can we possibly know one when we see one?

Further, have we explored the idea that these tests do better at figuring out who scores high in personality characteristics most people dislike? As opposed to a real mental disorder?

I mostly enjoy these tests to compare it with others results. While the tests themselves don't prove much, they sometimes offer possible subtext into other things.

by Thrill Kill

 

by Pathophile

How interesting, though, that the Financial Times readers score as the most psychopathic!

 There are a three things a psychopath likes the most and that's money, power and prestige.

Naturally, the financial times will be read the most, especially if you're a stockbroker.

 shh don't tell people that they might discover me

by anastacia

Just going to paste what I said in another thread:

 

These tests are nonsense. Anyone with half a brain can manipulate their answers in order to get the outcome they want. It's not genuine and by looking at these tests taken by "sociopaths" (whether actual or wish they were) we're believing the sociopaths themselves to give actual honest answers. Why would I believe anything anyone says online, least of all someone claiming to be a sociopath?

 

 Just going to paste what I said in another thread:

that would mean someone would manipulate the test to appear normal due to there being no benifit to being discovered...... which invalidates your own opinion using your own opinions statement..

anastacia is female and pretty gorgeous

by Mee

by malevo

 I think these tests could help lead the person to do research and approach a specialist with the doubts.

They help? Yes. Are they accurate? I think some are, at least they hint you toward a direction. Are they necessary? Not really.

 This^

by Project2501

I guess online tests can give you a rough idea of we're you're heading and the only if you're being honest.

 And this^

 hey dumb arse.. i already told people this multiple times in other topics

you are just copying my opinion..

by anastacia

Not all sociopaths possess introspection.

 i do =D and i have done multiple tests that have proved it and Project2501 also has introspection