Quiz: Are You A Psychopath? A Quick Self-Check!

Narcissists, Psychopaths, Sociopaths

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Psychopathy is defined by the absence of an internal emotional braking system.

Psychopaths are often terrifyingly charming and have traits like emotional distance, poor control, shallow affect, and reduced empathy. Are you one?

Psychopath

A psychopath is a person with a personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy, remorse, and emotional depth, often exhibiting manipulative and antisocial behaviors. They may appear charming but typically engage in harmful actions without feeling guilt or concern for others.

Self-Check Quiz: Do You Have Psychopathic Tendencies?

Important Disclaimer: This is a non-diagnostic test of psychopathy. It is a self-assessment quiz to check some psychopathic tendencies or traits. If your score seems concerning, consult a mental health clinician.

There is no right or wrong answer, so pick the best choice for each question.

Levenson Self-Report Psychopathy Scale (LSRP)

This is a self-report assessment to evaluate psychopathic traits based on the Levenson Self-Report Psychopathy Scale. Answer each statement based on how much you agree or disagree.

1 – definitely disagree

2 – disagree rather than agree

3 – agree rather than disagree

4 – definitely agree

1. Success is based on survival of the fittest; I am not concerned about the losers.
2. I find myself in the same kinds of trouble, time after time.
3. For me, what’s right is whatever I can get away with.
4. I am often bored.
5. In today’s world, I feel justified in doing anything I can get away with to succeed.
6. I find that I am able to pursue one goal for a long time.
7. My main purpose in life is getting as many goodies as I can.
8. I don’t plan anything very far in advance.
9. Making a lot of money is my most important goal.
10. I quickly lose interest in tasks I start.
11. I let others worry about higher values; my main concern is with the bottom line.
12. Most of my problems are due to the fact that other people just don’t understand me.
13. People who are stupid enough to get ripped off usually deserve it.
14. Before I do anything, I carefully consider the possible consequences.
15. Looking out for myself is my top priority.
16. I have been in a lot of shouting matches with other people.
17. I tell other people what they want to hear so that they will do what I want them to do.
18. When I get frustrated, I often “let off steam” by blowing my top.
19. I would be upset if my success came at someone else’s expense.
20. Love is overrated.
21. I often admire a really clever scam.
22. I make a point of trying not to hurt others in pursuit of my goals.
23. I enjoy manipulating other people’s feelings.
24. I feel bad if my words or actions cause someone else to feel emotional pain.
25. Even if I were trying very hard to sell something, I wouldn’t lie about it.
26. Cheating is not justified because it is unfair to others.

Results:

Primary Factor Score:

Secondary Factor Score:

Total Score:

About the LSRP: The Levenson Self-Report Psychopathy Scale (LSRP) is a 26-item self-report questionnaire used to assess psychopathic traits in a non-forensic setting. It is divided into two factors:

  • Primary Psychopathy: Reflects an individual’s lack of empathy, manipulation, and callousness.
  • Secondary Psychopathy: Reflects impulsive, unstable, and antisocial behaviors, often associated with a lack of anxiety and emotional regulation.

Disclaimer: This self-assessment is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis. Only a qualified mental health professional can provide a clinical diagnosis.