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'''Sociopathy''' is a mental disorder that is synonymous with Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), or psychopathy, in which the person with the disorder exhibits an unusually lethargic way of demonstrating [[empathy]]. In other words, empathy is severely lacking. The individuals with the diagnosis are also called a [[psychopath]].
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'''Sociopathy''' is a mental disorder that is synonymous with Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), or psychopathy, in which the person with the disorder exhibits an unusually lethargic way of demonstrating [[empathy]]. In other words, empathy is severely lacking. The individuals who have been diagnosed with this disorder are also referred to in some cases as [[psychopath]]s.
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Many with the diagnosis lack a [[conscience]], which is pivotal to a healthy psyche. Psychological treatment is important.
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Like many psychological disorders, the exact mechanism and etiology of this disorder is still unknown. 
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Many with the diagnosis are believed to lack a [[conscience]], which is pivotal to a healthy psyche. Psychological treatment is therefore important for successful integration into society.
    
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