Is My Child A Sociopath Quiz

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10 Questions | Total Attempts: 5239 | Updated: Mar 20, 2025
1. How does your child react when they see someone in distress?

They seem indifferent and show no concern
They show mild concern but do not take action
They actively try to comfort or help the person
They react with amusement or dismissiveness
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Is My Child a Sociopath Quiz
Parenting comes with its fair share of worries, but some concerns feel heavier than others. Maybe you have noticed behaviors that seem... unsettling—a lack of empathy, manipulative tendencies, or a disregard for rules. Could it just be a phase... see more
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2. How does your child respond when they are caught lying or breaking rules?

They do not seem guilty and may lie again to cover it up
They try to justify their actions but acknowledge wrongdoing
They admit their mistake and apologize sincerely
They blame others and refuse to take responsibility
3. How does your child handle authority and rules?

They frequently challenge rules and defy authority figures
They follow the rules but struggle with accepting authority
They respect rules and understand the need for boundaries
They feel that rules do not apply to them and break them often
4. How does your child treat pets or animals?

They are rough or cruel, even when asked to stop
They are indifferent and do not show much interest
They are gentle and caring toward animals
They enjoy teasing or hurting animals on purpose
5. How does your child react when they do not get what they want?

They become aggressive or manipulative to get their way
They express frustration but eventually accept it
They handle disappointment well and move on
They hold grudges or try to get revenge later
6. How does your child behave in friendships?

They use others for personal gain and do not maintain friendships
They have some friends but struggle with empathy and fairness
They form genuine, lasting connections with others
They push others away or manipulate their friendships
7. When your child does something wrong, how do they react?

They blame others or show no remorse
They acknowledge it but try to shift responsibility
They take responsibility and try to make amends
They act like it never happened and continue as usual
8. How does your child respond to criticism or discipline?

They react with anger or indifference and do not change their behavior
They resist at first but show some effort to improve
They accept feedback and try to make adjustments
They retaliate or hold a grudge when corrected
9. How does your child handle other people's emotions?

They seem unaffected or even enjoy seeing others upset
They recognize emotions but do not always respond appropriately
They show empathy and respond with care
They use others' emotions against them
10. How does your child approach lying?

They lie frequently and do not seem to care when caught
They lie sometimes but feel guilty afterward
They value honesty and rarely lie
They lie to manipulate and control others
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