How do you deal with a psychopath?

One of my family members is extremely rude he does not want to talk becomes rude shows no emotions and has no feeling. He does not care for others unless there is something in it for him. If you do not know what a psychopath is read this description: has no concern for the feelings of others and a complete disregard for any sense of social obligation. They seem egocentric and lack insight of any sense of responsibility or consequence. Their emotions are thought to be superficial and shallow, if they exist at all. They are considered callous, manipulative, and incapable of forming lasting relationships, let alone showing any kind of meaningful love. They typically never perform any action unless they determine it can be beneficial for themselves.

From: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/psychopath...

Answer:
This is a really tough one. Since this person is a family member, of course you want to be able to maintain a relationship with him. However, the very nature of a sociopath is such that you can never have a true relationship with one.

Obviously, since this person is a family member, it would probably be difficult to cut all ties with him. So, the best advice I can give you is to sit down and decide exactly what your boundaries will be with him. It's absolutely CRITICAL that you set your own limits with him (and ENFORCE them vigilantly); otherwise he will walk all over you at will, with no regard for the damage it does to you (as you already know). Also, I'd suggest that you discuss this with a good psychologist who has extensive knowledge of this disorder. He or she will be able to give you much more advice than anyone on here ever could, and will also be able to help you repair any damage you may have already suffered.

Finally, it would be good if you could get this person into counseling. Realistically, though, this may not be a possibility, as it's often difficult to make such a person realize that he has a problem (and then to care enough about the problem to want to change). And you should know that individuals with serious disorders such as this one often don't respond well to therapy. Nonetheless, it would still be good to try.

I wish you well, and I pray that things will improve for you and your family.

Ignore them. Pretend as though they don't exist and continue with your life. In fact, don't expect anything from them. Don't give them the attention that they want. Be nice to them but know your limits. Lastly, pray for them.

If possible, get the family member into counseling as soon as possible. True sociopaths are dangerous, like Hannibal Lector of "Silence of the Lambs". If possible, avoid at all costs someone you suspect of being that disturbed.

Ignore that person and stay away from them,but if you happen to live with this kind of person just copy him,give him the dose of his own medicine.How about that?

ignore them, dont go around them, dont hang out with him. dont talk to him cause it seems like he wants it that way.

When the party gets rough ..get going .

Why would you want to be around someone you consider a psychopath? I think you already know the answer to your own question.

I would suggest that you acknowledge him/her for what they are. Interesting question though: have they actually been diagnosed as a psychopath or is he/she demonstrating the behaviours. I don't believe that a psychopath can be counselled into changing their behaviours. Much like a sociopath, they refuse to recognize what they're doing/thinking is wrong. I'd say be as careful and neutral as possible given that this is a family member. Truthfully I'd limit contact as much as possible. Sorry...there's really no right answer here. =(

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