The reasons behind sociopathic behavior is due to brain structure, although there are an interplay of genetics and environment. It can also be caused by brain injury.
[header] How to understand and help sociopaths [title] Understand the features of sociopaths. [step] These individuals defined as a personality disorder, characterized by persistent antisocial behavior, impaired empathy and remorse, and bold, dis-inhibited, egotistical traits. [substeps] Sociopaths are rational, know why they decide to act the way they do.