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Tas asked in Social SciencePsychology · 6 years ago

Is a sociopath created from abuse or from birth?

Just wondering :p

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    It is a bit of both.

    Some behavioral traits like addiction are hereditary so it is possible that they were inherited from one of the parents.

    In terms of upbringing, sociopaths can also create themselves out of habit from their interactions with people. If the person learns that it's easier to lie to people to get what they want... BAM... pathological liar. If a child is spoiled and has an inflated sense of self - worth from their parents, you have an egotistical narcissist on your hands.

  • 6 years ago

    a sociopath is frcreated wbhen someone doesnt brufsh their teeth ecevvery night

  • Frank
    Lv 5
    6 years ago

    it mostly comes about due to family upbringing. If a person has a supportive, nurturing friendly family the person will have less pathology but still may exhibit some anti-social behaviours from time to time.

  • Anonymous
    6 years ago

    I think there are a few components to creating a monster.

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  • Anonymous
    6 years ago

    No one is absolutely sure, most people think it's a bit of both.

  • Naguru
    Lv 7
    6 years ago

    They reincarnate in their dreams or imaginations.

    Source(s): own
  • 6 years ago

    d

  • 6 years ago

    both can be possible causes

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