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It is called Pseudologica Fantastica in the DSM IV for psychiatrists

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Yes. Ordinarily, the diagnosis would be Antisocial Personality Disorder. Sociopath is a catchall term that actually refers to three different syndromes that are similar.

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Can a pathological liar also be a sociopath?

Absolutely. Read 'Without Conscience' by Dr. Robert Hare


What is the difference between a pathological liar and a psychopath?

A pathological liar is someone who habitually lies, often without a clear motive, while a psychopath is someone who lacks empathy and may engage in manipulative or harmful behavior without remorse. While a pathological liar may lie excessively, a psychopath's behavior extends beyond lying to include a disregard for the feelings and rights of others.


Can a pathological liar also be a schizophrenic?

A pathological liar may also be schizophrenic. Both are defects in the brain and schizophrenia may be the cause of pathological lying.


How can you get help for a sociopath that is 13 has already tried to harm several people and doesn't have any remorse at all and is a pathological liar?

You need to help from someone as so as possible. Parents? School?


What words describe a lying person?

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What do you call someone who lies all the time?

a pathological liar.you can call them a:liarcheaterfroadfalsifierperjurerprevaricatorli⋅ar -nouna person who tells lies.a pathological liarThey also may be called Harrison, Hariytt or HarryTheToiletAlso mohammad safwan lol.


Can a pathological liar be dangerous?

yes


What is the correct name for a compulsive liar?

It is NOT a pathological liar, they are two separate things (look it up if you'd like). Compulsive liar is the correct name, and they are also known as habitual or chronic liars.AnswerI think it's pathological liar. You can find out for sure by browsing the web under mental illness.


Can you have a future with a pathological liar?

Answer You really can't. There can be no trust in a relationship with a pathological liar and trust is an absolute foundation of any long-term relationship.


What is the difference between a habitual liar and a compulsive liar?

a cumpulsive liar is a person who lies repeatedly with no belief or personal gain from the lies. A pathological liar is a person who lies repeatedly until they begin to believe their own lies.


How do you use Pathological in a sentence?

Let me begin by saying that I'm a pathological liar : P


When will a pathological liar tell the truth?

Never