Antisocial personality disorder

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Complications

By Mayo Clinic staff

Complications and problems of antisocial personality disorder include:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Aggression or violence
  • Suicidal behavior
  • Reckless behavior
  • Risky sexual behavior
  • Child abuse
  • Alcohol or substance abuse
  • Gambling problems
  • Incarceration
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Social isolation
  • School and work problems
  • Strained relationships with health care providers
Tests and diagnosis Risk factors

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