vel of self-esteem, and (4) to be able to recognize when their actions are harmful to others. Then there are those that are convicted of crimes and during their time of incarceration seem to do well under the strict rules of the institution, but since they usually do not receive any treatment the same behavioral patterns arise after a short time of release. Treatment with medication has not been proven beneficial, although some patients with antisocial personalities are being diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and treated with anti-suppressant drugs like Ritalin. There have been no studies of treatment with anti-depressants even though many antisocial personalities seem to encounter some kind of depression during their life. In dealing with antisocial personality behavior the three types of out patient therapy include individual, group and family. The first is Individual therapy. In this specific style, the therapist tends to have the most success in gaining knowledge of the patients feelings of inadequacy, fear of intimacy, and low self esteem. Group therapy is a setting among other antisocial personalities. This style allows the patient a different type of incentive to improve some of their disorders. Lastly, there is family therapy, and in my opinion the most important. This is essential for both the patient and members of their family to understand and learn how to cope with this behavior. This style of therapy will teach family members not to be co-dependent and allow the patient to take responsibility for their actions. Works Citedhttp://www.healthyplace.com/communities/personality_disorders/site/anti-social_personality_disorder.htmhttp://www.mentalhealth.com/rx/p23-pe04.html#Head_1...
