The Difference Between Sociopaths, Psychopaths, and Narcissists

TLDRSociopaths, psychopaths, and narcissists are different in terms of empathy, guilt, and remorse. A sociopath is made, while a psychopath is born. Psychopaths lack empathy and guilt, while narcissists lack empathy but feel guilt and shame. Understanding their differences can help us navigate relationships with them.

Key insights

😈Psychopaths lack empathy and remorse when they do something bad.

🤡Narcissists lack empathy but feel guilt and shame when they do something bad.

😈🔪Psychopaths are capable of extreme violence and criminal behavior.

😈💼Psychopaths can excel in professions that involve manipulation and taking advantage of others, such as sales.

🤷‍♂️👩‍⚖️Sociopaths are made through upbringing, environment, and learned behavior.

Q&A

Can psychopaths feel stress?

Psychopaths experience stress differently and are less likely to feel stress in the same way as others.

Do psychopaths have empathy?

Psychopaths lack empathy, which is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

Can a psychopath feel guilty?

Psychopaths do not feel guilt in the same way as others. They may experience a sense of power or pleasure from hurting others.

What is the difference between a psychopath and a sociopath?

The main difference is that psychopaths are born, while sociopaths are made through environmental factors and learned behavior.

Are psychopaths capable of love?

Psychopaths may be capable of superficial charm and manipulation, but they do not experience love in the same way as others.

Timestamped Summary

00:05Sociopaths, psychopaths, and narcissists are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct differences.

01:02Narcissists lack empathy but feel guilt and shame when they do something bad.

01:22Psychopaths lack empathy and do not feel remorse when they do something bad.

03:23Psychopaths have a different nervous system response and do not experience stress in the same way as others.

06:45Psychopaths are born, while sociopaths are made through environmental factors and learned behavior.

09:59Psychopaths and sociopaths are often charming and manipulative, making it difficult to detect their true nature.

10:31It can be dangerous to be in a relationship with a psychopath or sociopath, as they may resort to violence.

11:24Psychopaths, sociopaths, and narcissists often perpetrate domestic violence.