r behavior. Because the disorder remits in the thirties, it tendsto be less obvious. Those that are forced into psychotherapy cannot tolerate the intimacy of the requiredtherapy.The therapist has to focus on enhancing strength, channel the sensation of seeking actions onpeople into more positive socially responsible behaviors and to teach practical ways in dealing withevery day frustration. Medications are not recommended in the treatment of sociopath but drugs candiminish the violent episodes. People with Anti-Social Personality Disorder also have Attention DeficitHyperactivity Disorder and stimulants are used to treat that such as Ritalin. There are no long termresults to study of this approach of using stimulants but they should not be prescribed unless the personis specifically diagnosed with ADHD and has not responded to other medication. The use of drugs cannotbe abused and should be closely monitored. Those that are co!nvicted of crimes are usually incarcerated. Some sociopaths may be able to instead of a jail term choosea residential facility that has counseling but there is a high drop out rate in those facilities. Another alternative to jail for the adolescents with delinquent behavior and are in trouble with the law arewilderness programs that are designed to be like Outward Bound.The camps much like that in the T.V. showNeon Rider provide difficult and dangerous challenges that would keep their minds busy. The success ofthe wilderness camps is not quite clear. There is a disorder called Borderline that is oftenmisdiagnosed as Anti-Social Personality Disorder which is quite similar to it. Borderline Disorder is alittle bit more aggressive than Antisocial. Characteristics of Borderline Disorder Violating the rights of others and age appropriate societal norms or rules with at least three of thefollowing in the past 6 months and one in the last 12Aggression to People and Animals 1. often bullying, threatening, or intimidating ...
