(paper scribbling) (upbeat music) (bell rings) - [Instructor] Hey, Psych2Goers. Welcome back to another video. This topic was actually
suggested by one of our viewers. If you have topic ideas,
comment them down below. Has anyone ever called you antisocial just because you decline to
engage in social interactions? That's not the correct use of the term. So how should one refer to introverts? Continue watching this video to find out. Here are a few major differences between introverts and antisocial people. Number one, the term
antisocial versus asocial. Many people often refer
to someone as antisocial when they decline to engage
in social interactions but that's not the correct term. According to American
Psychological Association, antisocial refers to denoting
or exhibiting behavior that sharply deviates from social norms and also violates other people's rights. So how should one refer to in introverts? We should refer to them as asocial. Asocial refers to declining to engage or incapable of engaging
in social interaction. Number two, how they
act in a social setting. A common misconception that we have is that introverts are
people who like to be alone. But the truth is introverts
don't really mind company. Introverts tend to have
one or two close friends instead of a large social circle and get drained by too
much social interaction. What separates introverts from extroverts is that after a long
weekend of socializing, an introvert needs time
to recharge on their own. An antisocial person
may attend a party too and can be witty, charming,
and fun to be around. However, they may have low or no regard for right or wrong. They're often antagonistic and
frequently act insensitively. They may also resort to
lying and exploiting others behaving violently or impulsively and having problems with
drug and alcohol use. Number three, their feelings. A study conducted by the
University of North Carolina showed that introverts are more likely to be
diagnosed with depression. Why introverts don't report
higher levels of happiness is unclear, but it could have a lot to do with how introverts
evaluate happiness. Introverts value higher
quality friendships and better emotional stability. It can be tough to maintain such a high degree
of satisfaction all the time. Individuals with antisocial
personality disorder experience negative feelings
often than positive feelings. Recent studies have found
that individuals with ASPD are able to feel anger and rage but are unable to experience
fear and dissatisfaction. Number four, introverts
and antisocial people have very different personality traits. Introverts need quiet to concentrate. They're reflective and self-aware, they take time making decisions and feel comfortable being alone. They prefer writing over
talking and daydream or use their imaginations
to work out a problem and retreat into their own mind to rest. Those with antisocial personality disorder may begin to show symptoms in childhood but the condition can't be diagnosed until adolescences or adulthood. According to the Cleveland Clinic, antisocial people may be
physically aggressive, behave recklessly, blame
others for their problems, manipulate or deceive
others, destroy property, and show little to no
remorse for hurtful actions. Number five, causes. Everyone's personality comprises a unique
combination of behaviors that programs how people see, comprehend, and relate to the world around them. Personality emerges during childhood molded by a combination of genetic traits and environmental influences. The actual cause of antisocial
personality disorder is unknown but genetics may
predispose you to the illness and life events may trigger it. It's also believed that
during brain development, changes in the functioning of
the brain may have occurred. Scientists are unsure whether introversion or extroversion has an exact cause. However, what they do know is that brains of the
two personality types operate in some what different ways. Introverts have more blood
flow to the frontal lobe than extroverts. This area of the brain aids with memory, problem solving and planning. And number six, relationships. Introverts are perfectly capable of having healthy, meaningful
relationships with others. Introverts tend to have
close relationships with a small group of people. The individuals they care
about get to know them well and form genuine connections with them. Even though they only have a few friends, it doesn't mean that they're
socially inept in any way. It's simply a matter
of personal preference. And those with ASPD, the condition can be harmful
to the affected person as well as anyone who
comes in contact with them. Risk-taking behaviors, harmful activities, and criminal acts are more common in people with antisocial
personality disorder. Those suffering from the condition are sometimes described
as having no conscience and feeling of guilt for
their detrimental deeds. This may make it hard for them to maintain healthy relationships. So, did this video help you understand the difference between
antisocial people and introverts? We hope you've learned about
the difference between them even though we often lump
both into the same category. Please like and share with friends that might find value
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