The Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) is a condition more commonly known as sociopathy. It has an early onset: early childhood for boys, adolescence for girls. As other Cluster B disorders, it reflects a dramatic, emotional, and erratic personality. Some of the key features and behaviors of ASPD are as follows:
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non-conformity and repeated lawbreaking
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deceiving, lying, conning for pleasure and profit
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reckless disregard for safety of self and others
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impulsivity
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irritability or aggressiveness; frequent fights or assaults
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lack of remorse for own wrongdoing to others
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consistent irresponsibility regarding work, debts, or other obligations
