Antisocial personality disorder is considered one of the most difficult of all personality disorders to treat. Individuals rarely seek treatment on their own and may only initiate therapy when mandated by a court. The efficacy of treatment for antisocial personality disorder is largely unknown.
Symptoms tend to peak during the late teenage years and early 20's and may improve on their own by a person's 40's.
Complications:
Complications can include incarceration and drug abuse.
Calling your health care provider:
Call for an appointment with a mental health professional if you have symptoms suggestive of antisocial personality disorder, or if your child exhibits behaviors that indicate a risk for developing this disorder.
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