Ep 49: Antisocial Personality: The DSM Trash Can Diagnosis for Criminals?

Ep 49: Antisocial Personality: The DSM Trash Can Diagnosis for Criminals?

Author: Dr. Rebecca Houvener, Psy.D. LCP March 10, 2026 Duration: 29:41
In this episode of the Personality Couch Podcast, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) begin our much-awaited series on antisocial personality disorder! In the DSM, antisocial personality is the only diagnosis that includes law-breaking as a criterion. But surely all criminals can’t have the same personality, right? In this episode, we break down its stigmatized history while sharing our thoughts and opinions about the DSM’s limitations. We take a critical look at each of the DSM’s 7 criteria, while also discussing the overlap with other disorders like narcissism, psychopathy, and the sadistic personality.  🆘In need of psychodynamic therapy or a psychological evaluation? OR are you a provider stuck on a tricky case? To schedule with us, please visit the practice website and fill out the inquiry form! 👉https://www.questpsych.org. Clinicians use the email listed on the website.   Chapters00:00 Introduction & History of Antisocial Personality Disorder05:21 DSM Criteria for Antisocial Personality Disorder     07:06: Criterion 1: Unlawful Behavior     09:32: Criterion 2: Deceitfulness & Manipulation       12:49 Criterion 3: Impulsivity      15:27 Criterion 4: Irritability & Aggression     16:21 Criterion 5: Disregard for Safety     17:44 Criterion 6: Irresponsibility       20:08 Criterion 7: Lack of Remorse21:42 Antisocial Personality & Aging25:05 Our Critiques & Thoughts 

On the Personality Couch podcast, the subtle and often confusing tensions that shape our daily lives are brought into focus. Hosted by clinical psychologists Dr. Rebecca Houvener (“Doc Bok”) and Dr. Cheyenne Fisher (“Doc Fish”), this conversation moves beyond abstract theory to examine the real-world friction we navigate. Every other week, they take apart those puzzling interactions-the off-kilter feeling with a relative, the unexpected clash with a colleague-and trace them back to their roots in personality structure. Their dialogue is a practical exploration, offering listeners a framework to understand not just others, but their own reactions and patterns. You’ll hear detailed breakdowns of complex relational dynamics, all discussed with the clarity and nuance that comes from clinical expertise. The aim is to provide actionable insight, transforming confusion into comprehension. This isn’t about labeling people; it’s about deciphering the hidden language of human behavior that operates in our friendships, families, workplaces, and broader culture. By tuning in, you gain a shared vocabulary for the unspoken, making sense of the conflicts we all face but don’t always know how to address. The podcast serves as a guide for anyone looking to improve their connections and their own self-awareness, one conversation at a time.
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Ep 42: The Almost Psychotic Personality | Schizotypal in the DSM [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:00
In this episode of the Personality Couch Podcast, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) dive into the origins, diagnostic criteria, and oddities associated with schizotypal personality disorder and wh…
Ep 39: Schizoid vs Avoidant Personality | What's the Difference? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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In this episode of The Personality Couch, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) compare and contrast avoidant and schizoid personalities. While schizoid and avoidant personality disorders have overlap…
Ep 38: Unpacking Schizoid Subtypes | A Critical Look [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:56
In this episode of The Personality Couch, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) take a critical look at the subtypes of schizoid personality, critiquing existing definitions and theories, particularly…
Ep 37: Answering Viewer Questions About Schizoid Personality [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:13
In this episode of The Personality Couch, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) answer your most-asked questions about schizoid personality. We address misconceptions about schizoid and settle its pro…
Ep 36: Schizoid Personality vs Autism | Are They The Same? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:45
In this episode of The Personality Couch, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) unpack the differences and similarities between schizoid personality disorder and autism spectrum disorder, and whether…
Ep 34: The Most Misunderstood Personality | Schizoid in the DSM [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:20
In this episode of The Personality Couch, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) dive into one of the most misunderstood personalities: the quiet, awkward, and socially backwards schizoid. We take a cr…