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Infographic: Psychopath Vs. Sociopath


Psychopath Vs. Sociopath visual representation and statistics

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The infographic above explains common traits and differences between psychopaths and sociopaths and includes some statistical data you may want to know.

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Generally speaking, although the prognosis is unfavorable for both, sociopaths are more likely to respond to therapy than psychopaths.


It’s estimated that psychopaths make up about 1 percent of the general population, while sociopaths make up about 4 percent of the general population.

What they have in common:

  • Both have antisocial personality disorder.
  • Both lack empathy.
  • Both demonstrate complete disregard for social rules and behavioral standards.
  • Both fail to feel any remorse or guilt.
  • Both can be violent.

Differences between psychopaths and sociopaths:

  • While the origin of the psychopathic condition is likely to be in psychopath’s innate condition, sociopathy is usually a result of environment and upbringing. According to a Minnesota study of twins reared apart, psychopathy is an inherited condition in as many as 60 percent of cases. As for sociopathy, research shows that there is a significant association between early institutionalization and sociopathic behavior in later life.
  • A psychopath is likely to be well-educated and have a good career while a sociopath is often unable to keep a stable job.
  • Psychopaths usually display controlled behavior, while sociopaths are often impulsive and angry.
  • Psychopaths can be highly manipulative, while sociopaths are typically more spontaneous.
  • A typical psychopath is unable to form any personal attachments while a sociopath may get attached to a particular person or group.
  • A psychopath will usually take calculated risks (e.g., fraud schemes) and minimize evidence while a sociopath tends to leave clues and evidence because of the spontaneous nature of their crimes.

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UPDATE: “Both suffer from antisocial personality disorder” is in accordance with the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) 2013 release, where psychopathy and sociopathy are both listed under antisocial personality disorders (ASPD).

Other references:

  • Psychopathic personality traits: heritability and genetic overlap with internalizing and externalizing psychopathology (Minnesota twin study) – link.
  • A study of the etiology of sociopathic behavior.
  • How to Tell a Sociopath from a Psychopath by Dr. Scott A. Bonn, Ph.D. He wrote a book on this topic called Why We Love Serial Killers: The Curious Appeal of the World’s Most Savage Murderers
  • Sociopathy vs. Psychopathy by Kelly Mc Aleer, Psy.D.
  • Statistical data, psychopaths – Live Science
  • Statistical data, sociopaths – The Sociopath Next Door by Martha Stout, Ph. D.

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