Antisocial and Borderline Personality Disorder: Cultural and Gender Differences in the Manifestation of Criminal Behavior

Antonio Topić, Dijana Ivanišević

Abstract


The issue of criminal behavior often intertwines with complex psychological conditions, and antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) and borderline personality disorder (BPD) represent two such examples. While both disorders can manifest in various forms of criminal behavior, it is crucial to recognize the influence of gender and culture on these manifestations. In this regard, we investigated the differences between men and women at the level of the five-factor personality model, which refers to personality traits known as conscientiousness, extraversion, neuroticism, agreeableness, and openness to new experiences. Based on the collected data, we correlated these personality traits with borderline and antisocial personality disorders. Given that the cultural context determines the difference in the manifestation of symptoms of these personality disorders, we found indications that borderline personality disorder manifests differently in Western societies with an individualistic and competitive orientation compared to more traditional collectivist societies. Men with ASPD are more prone to violent offenses, such as assault, theft, and drug trafficking. Their impulsivity and aggression can drive them towards risky and destructive behaviors, often with tragic consequences. On the other hand, women with ASPD are more inclined towards nonviolent offenses, such as cheating and prostitution.

Keywords


criminal behavior; antisocial personality disorder; borderline personality disorder; delinquency

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.51558/2490-3647.2024.9.2.1395

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