A lack of socialization along with behavior patterns that bring a person repeatedly into conflict with society; incapacity for significant loyalty to others or to social values; callousness; irresponsibility; impulsiveness; and inability to feel guilt or learn from experience or punishment. Frustration tolerance is low and such people tend to blame others or give, plausible rationalizations for their behavior. Characteristic behavior appears before age 15, although the diagnosis may not be apparent until adulthood.
Describes behavior or conduct that is in conflict with or disregards existing social institutions or moral codes.
Referring to behaviour which is harmful to other people.
To a person whose outlook and actions are socially negative and whose behavior is repeatedly in conflict with what society perceives as the norm.
In opposition to the established norms and regulations of society.