The Empathy Trap

Jane McGregor; Tim McGregor

ISBN 10: 1847092764 / ISBN 13: 9781847092762

Published by Sheldon Press, 2013

May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1847092764I4N00

Synopsis:

Sociopathy affects an estimated 1- 4% of the population, but not all sociopaths are cold-blooded murderers. They're best described as people without a conscience, who prey on those with high levels of empathy, but themselves lack any concern for others' feelings and show no remorse for their actions. Drawing on real life cases, The Empathy Trap: Understanding Antisocial Personalities explores this taboo subject and looks at how people can protect themselves against these arch-manipulators. Topics include: - Defining sociopathy, and related conditions such as psychopathy, narcissism, and personality disorder - How sociopaths operate and why they're often difficult to spot - Identifying sociopathic behavior - The sociopath's relations with other people and why they often go unpunished - Coping with the aftermath of a destructive relationship - Re-establishing boundaries and control of your life - Practical advice for keeping sociopaths at bay - Resources and further help

About the Author: Dr Jane McGregor is an author and lecturer at the Institute of Mental Health, University of Nottingham. Tim McGregor is a health practitioner with more than 20 years' experience in addiction and sociopathy.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Empathy Trap
Publisher: Sheldon Press
Publication Date: 2013
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Edition: 4th Edition