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Psychopathy Test

20 Questions
3 Minutes

Do you show signs of psychopathy?

Psychopathy is a personality trait characterized by a lack of empathy, blunted emotions, and manipulative, callous behavior; someone high in psychopathy may be diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder, a related condition. Take this test to see where you fall on the psychopathy spectrum.

Using the key below, answer the questions based on how strongly you agree or disagree with the statement.

Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Strongly Agree
Agree
1. I’ve always found it easy to convince people to do favors for me.
Disagree
Agree
2. When I know someone is struggling, I think of them often and hope they’re doing OK.
Disagree
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3. Other people make so many stupid mistakes compared to me.
Disagree
Agree
4. I don’t see a problem with lying if it helps me get what I want.
Disagree
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5. If someone told me that I hurt their feelings, I would feel badly.
Disagree
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6. In truth, I find most people boring or stupid.
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7. People often blame me for things that are actually their fault.
Disagree
Agree
8. People who refuse to break rules out of principle are foolish; they’ll never get ahead.
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9. Seeing someone cry has little effect on me, other than maybe irritating me.
Disagree
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10. It's fun to antagonize people just to see how upset they get.
Disagree
Agree
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11. I get uncomfortable at the thought of committing a crime.
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Agree
12. I usually know just what to say to make other people do what I want.
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13. I'll do whatever it takes to feel a thrill.
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14. It is important to honor financial obligations.
Disagree
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15. Everyone else seems emotional and whiny compared to me.
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16. Helping other people instead of focusing on myself is usually a waste of time.
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Agree
17. I don’t understand people who are anxious or fearful all the time because nothing really scares me.
Disagree
Agree
18. Some people just aren’t meant to succeed in life, and that’s not my problem.
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Agree
19. I wear my heart on my sleeve.
Disagree
Agree
20. If a rule or law would get in the way of my goals, I feel justified in breaking it.
Disagree
Agree

Who Is This Psychopathy Test For?

This test is for anyone interested in assessing themselves for signs of psychopathy. This test is designed for adults and is not intended to be diagnostic; a high score does not mean you are a psychopath.

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How to Get Help with Psychopathic Traits

If you are concerned about a tendency toward antisocial or uncaring behavior, make an appointment with a licensed mental health provider; you can find one in your area on the Psychology Today Therapy Directory.

Sources

  • Hare, R. Hare Psychopathy Checklist—Revised (PCL-R)
  • Lilienfeld, S., et al. Psychopathic Personality Inventory (PPI)
  • Levenson, M., et al. Levenson Self-Report Psychopathy Scale

 

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