Barblume
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18 year old sociopath
Hi I'm new here. My ex is a sociopath and I believe strongly that my youngest son is also.
I am heartbroken and everywhere I read it tells me that there is no help for someone once they reach puberty. He is going for an diagnosis this week. The therapist is aware of my suspicions. I wonder also how much she can gather out of one session with him and if he chooses to put on one of his many faces how will she know?
Thanks for any advice.
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May/16/2009, 11:13 am
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LynnS
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Re: 18 year old sociopath
Hi, Barblume. I'm so sorry you are having to face this possibility with your son.
They can fool therapists, but if she knows your concerns going in then it should be less of an issue. Does she specialize or have a good deal of knowledge of personality disorders? Psychologists or psychiatrists who do are good bets for an accurate assessment.
Hard to answer the question about how much she'll know in one session or how she approaches diagnosis or treatment. First session might be a general one. I believe it generally takes some time to arrive at a diagnosis of a personality disorder. There are tests they sometimes administer like the MMPI among others which can give overall indicators and then they do more specific ones to hone in on the issues. It really depends on the therapist/psychologist. Some therapists will test for other things first like ADD or depression, anxiety, etc, so those can be ruled out.
Perhaps the therapist can fill you in as how she approaches diagnosis and treatment so that you know what to expect.
It is heartbreaking when those we love are afflicted with something as debilitating and destructive as a PD. My thoughts are with you.
Lynn
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May/16/2009, 11:34 am
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Barblume
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Re: 18 year old sociopath
Thanks for your reply.
I'm not certain as to how she is going to approach this session with him. I did inquire as to her ability to recognize at least some of the traits. My therapist said this woman would be the one to start with. If she feels he needs a different type of therapist they will help me find someone for him. My concern is that it is too late to get any real help for him. So much of what I read mentions that help should start very early. But how would we know that there was a need then? I am frightened and overwhelmed but pushing through each day and trusting God to help me with all of this.
I'll keep in touch. His app't is tomorrow.
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May/18/2009, 4:23 pm
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