Book Wise

Inside the Mind of a Sociopath: Patric Gagne’s “Sociopath”

Share this episode

Available on all major podcasting platforms

About the episode

The term sociopath has long been considered a label given only to those living in the shadows of society — typically hardened, violent criminals. But those are the sociopaths who acted on their disorder. What about the sociopaths who don’t? The ones who perform surgery? Or get elected to office? Or hover a wee bit too close to you in line at Sweetgreen, just insistent upon extra arugula?

On this episode of Book Wise, Britt Brewer AKA Dr. Books recommends a buzzy new memoir, “Sociopath,” to a caller who’s worried they might just be one.

Throughout the book, author, PhD, and self-identified sociopath Patric Gagne traces her early life into adulthood; from a nascent murmur of anti-social thoughts, to a slew of petty crimes, to a startling diagnosis, and yes, even to love.

And Dr. Books doesn’t just review the book — she answers some very big questions about the nature of sociopathy, and even shares a few jaw-dropping statistics.

So pull up a chair, pop that corn, and In the eternal words of Eve, “let me blow ya mind.”

Unlock unlimited learning for your team. Learn more at bookclub.com.

Books Mentioned

Sociopath: A Memoir by Ph.D. Patric Gagne

Patric Gagne's memoir recounts her life as a sociopath, a condition she realized in childhood through her emotional detachment and disruptive behaviors. Diagnosed in college, she faced a lack of understanding and treatment options, compounded by societal stigmatization. Her journey took a positive turn when reconnecting with an old flame, leading her to challenge the notion that sociopaths are inherently monstrous. With newfound support, Patric aimed to build a life of love and hope, advocating for greater understanding and acceptance of sociopathy.

You might also like

Unlock endless knowledge with BookClub