APD or antisocial personality disorder generally manifests in children as early as when they are 15 years old, however, it goes undiagnosed in most cases. About 3 percent men and 1 percent of women are found to be suffering from this disorder in the United States. Researchers state that though APD is a neurological problem, it arises due to social as well as environmental factors.

There is no specific test to diagnose antisocial personality disorder. However, there are certain symptoms which could indicate that the individual could be a victim of this disorder.

One of the most prominent traits shown APD victims is aggression. They are hyperactive, eccentric and highly engrossed with their own issues. Socially isolated individuals can suffer from paranoid, schizotypal and schizoid personality disorders. People exhibiting erratic behavior are categorized as borderline, histrionic or narcissistic personality disorder victims. People who are highly anxious, have lot of inhibitions can fall under avoidant, dependent or obsessive disorders. Experts observe a lot of symptoms in order to really conclude what kind of disorder the victim is suffering from.

The following are certain striking characteristics of people suffering from APD:

• Tendency to repeat certain serious crimes.
• Non-conformity to some basic social norms.
• Tendency to deceive others by lying, counterfeit, conning in order to gain pleasure or enjoy financial profits.
• Impulsive, violent as well as aggressive behavior.
• Lack of planning while carrying out important tasks.
• Extreme irritability and anger.
• Disregard for the safety of others and their own safety in general.
• Lack of responsibility in actions.

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