So, you met an amazing person who seemed in every way to be just right for you.
Perhaps he or she pushed for a quick commitment, was extremely charismatic, and swept you off your feet.
Now, you are looking at the situation and know something doesn't feel right, but you aren't sure exactly what's going on.
The perfect partner has started taking advantage of you, treating you like your feelings don't count, and acting in bewilderingly hurtful ways toward you.
The truth is, there is a segment of the population that is wired mentally in a very different way than most people.
Personality disorders such as sociopathy affect the way emotions are understood and experienced by the individual, and can cause behaviors that seem incomprehensible to us.
Here are 8 signs your partner might be a sociopath: 1.
Lack of remorse and a true guilt reaction.
Your partner might feel as if the victim set him or herself up by being "weak.
" If there is emotion shown, it is usually a play acting exercise designed to make you think he or she is truly sorry, but in reality he or she is only sorry for getting caught.
2.
Defiance of social norms.
Your partner might feel entitled to do what he or she wants, and considers him or herself "above" having to follow the rules that apply to everyone else.
3.
Shallow emotional reaction, and superficial charm.
While he or she may be initially engaging and charismatic, it becomes apparent that emotional depth is lacking.
4.
Poor impulse and behavior control.
This can result in compulsive or addictive behaviors such as alcoholism, drug use, and sexual compulsivity.
5.
A pattern of irresponsibility.
Your partner might not hold down a steady job or pay bills in a timely manner.
6.
Conning and manipulation to get what he or she wants.
Your partner may have a tendency to take people for what they can get out of them - including you, and doesn't mind saying whatever is necessary to get it.
7.
A tendency toward boredom and risk taking behaviors.
Seeking stimulation, your partner may have a pattern of higher risk behaviors that don't take into account the safety of self or others.
8.
A tendency toward criminal and even violent behavior.
Your partner might have a greater likelihood for criminal or ethical breaches, in accordance with his or her belief that rules don't apply to him or her.
Perhaps he or she pushed for a quick commitment, was extremely charismatic, and swept you off your feet.
Now, you are looking at the situation and know something doesn't feel right, but you aren't sure exactly what's going on.
The perfect partner has started taking advantage of you, treating you like your feelings don't count, and acting in bewilderingly hurtful ways toward you.
The truth is, there is a segment of the population that is wired mentally in a very different way than most people.
Personality disorders such as sociopathy affect the way emotions are understood and experienced by the individual, and can cause behaviors that seem incomprehensible to us.
Here are 8 signs your partner might be a sociopath: 1.
Lack of remorse and a true guilt reaction.
Your partner might feel as if the victim set him or herself up by being "weak.
" If there is emotion shown, it is usually a play acting exercise designed to make you think he or she is truly sorry, but in reality he or she is only sorry for getting caught.
2.
Defiance of social norms.
Your partner might feel entitled to do what he or she wants, and considers him or herself "above" having to follow the rules that apply to everyone else.
3.
Shallow emotional reaction, and superficial charm.
While he or she may be initially engaging and charismatic, it becomes apparent that emotional depth is lacking.
4.
Poor impulse and behavior control.
This can result in compulsive or addictive behaviors such as alcoholism, drug use, and sexual compulsivity.
5.
A pattern of irresponsibility.
Your partner might not hold down a steady job or pay bills in a timely manner.
6.
Conning and manipulation to get what he or she wants.
Your partner may have a tendency to take people for what they can get out of them - including you, and doesn't mind saying whatever is necessary to get it.
7.
A tendency toward boredom and risk taking behaviors.
Seeking stimulation, your partner may have a pattern of higher risk behaviors that don't take into account the safety of self or others.
8.
A tendency toward criminal and even violent behavior.
Your partner might have a greater likelihood for criminal or ethical breaches, in accordance with his or her belief that rules don't apply to him or her.