Which term refers to an individual who lacks internal control and disregards social values due to antisocial traits?

• A. Sociopath
• B. Serial murder
• C. Intimate partner violence
• D. Rape

Answer: (A)

Describing a person who shows a persistent disregard for social norms and a lack of internal self-control points to antisocial personality traits. In common terminology, such individuals are called sociopaths; clinically this aligns with antisocial personality disorder. The hallmark is a pervasive pattern of disregard for the rights of others, along with impulsivity and often a lack of remorse.

The other terms refer to acts or categories rather than a label for a person with antisocial traits. Serial murder describes a crime, intimate partner violence describes a pattern of abusive behavior in relationships, and rape is a criminal act. They are not terms that identify a personality type, even though someone with antisocial traits might commit such acts.