Antisocial Personality Case Study

Antisocial personality is a long-term condition where the affected individual’s thoughts, perceptions and personal relationships are completely dysfunctional and caustic. These people often show no regard for the feelings or thoughts of others, and do not care about the difference between what is right and what is wrong. They are more likely to be law breakers, have issues with substance abuse and are impulsive liars. These characteristics make it difficult for someone to function in both a family and work environment.
Causes
Personality is formed as a person grows, beginning in infancy and shapes through interactions with the outside world and life experiences. For this condition, it is believed that a person’s inherited traits in combination

Determine the client’s pattern of reckless behavior. Rationale: client may be in denial or not accepting of their responsibility in their own actions.
2. Assess outcomes of these behaviors and their effects on others and the client. Rationale: face the consequences for their actions and identify the harm they have caused towards others.
3. Explore and discuss solid foundations for stable relationships. Rationale: determine areas where the client stands to improve.
4. Help the client determine who they have hurt and relationships that have suffered because of the antisocial behaviors. Rationale: so they can begin to mend the fences and make amends.
5. Evaluate current coping strategies and make a list of new ones that are more effective. Rationale: he or she is not a rational thinker, and new strategies will help them learn to express emotions without being condescending or offending others.
6. Reinforce positive behaviors. Rationale: will give them a better understanding of what is acceptable.
7. Administer Dilantin (Phenytoin) as ordered by the doctor for aggression and impulse control.
• Monitor closely for changes in behavior that may indicate worsening depression or suicidal thoughts.
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