The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5) defines antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) as a pattern of disregard for the rights of others.
To be diagnosed, a person must meet at least three of the following criteria:
1. Failure to conform to social norms: Repeatedly breaking the law, such as by committing acts that could lead to arrest
2. Deceitfulness: Repeatedly lying, using aliases, or conning others for personal gain
3. Impulsivity: Acting without thinking ahead or planning
4. Irritability and aggressiveness: Repeatedly getting into fights or physically assaulting others
5. Reckless disregard for safety: Disregarding the safety of self or others
6. Irresponsibility: Repeatedly failing to work consistently or pay bills
7. Lack of remorse: Being indifferent to or rationalizing having hurt, mistreated, or stolen from another person