This was definitely a fascinating book, but I do think I might have gotten more out of it if I had read Stout's first book on the topic ("The Sociopath Next Door.") The best part of this book were the real-life examples of people's experiences with sociopaths. They were intriguing stories that helped make the information Stout was providing more digestible. I did think there was a lot of this book that felt repetitive, so it might have benefited from a more stringent editing process. However, overall, it was still something I'm glad I read because this area of psychology is so interesting to me.

Very interesting and informative read. Easy to read and understand and kept my attention. Would recommend!

A wealth of information about sociopath but nothing really to help you in dealing with them - I was looking forward to more. I did enjoy reading the information that was provided.

I loved the earlier book, The Sociopath Next Door and this book is just as good, if not better, because it gives concrete examples of the sociopaths you can face in different circumstances. I am going to get a copy of this book for one of my coworkers who has been dealing with an absolute GEM of a coworker for years now and this book may help them to put some perspective on the nastiness of the person they have to deal with on a daily basis and maybe how to better handle the situation and themselves.

I like how she divided the book up into chapters on the different ways you may encounter a sociopath. The one that interested me the most was the section dealing with the workplace, though the book deals with other areas as well, such as in the home.

I also like how she explained the difference between a narcissist and a sociopath. Both are somewhat similar, but there are also important differences as well.

Ordering this for the store and for me and friends who I think could benefit from this book. 5 stars, all the way.

My thanks to NetGalley and Rodale Inc./Harmony for an eARC copy of this book to read and review.

A follow up to her first book about sociopaths.This equally exciting fascinating book teaches us how to identify and deal with them.So interesting so educational .Another look at sociopaths spat their techniques and how to deal with them.#netgalley#roledale

This was a well-researched and informative book. It is a companion book to The Sociopath Next Door. It goes into great depth at looking at how sociopaths are in society.

Fantastic book! It's been several years since I read The Sociopath Next Door after it was recommended by a coworker. I'm glad to see this follow-up book come to fruition. This really is an important book in not only changing your mindset, but also by changing your reactions. When you are being manipulated by someone with sociopathic behavior, you need to recognize it and respond appropriately. These might be family members, coworkers, or people you interact with through business dealings. Many people hear the word sociopath and think of extremes like Ted Bundy, and those exist, but you will have to deal with sociopathic narcassists and gaslighters at some point in your life. Just like you would train yourself in what to do in an emergency situation, you should be prepared for these kinds of encounters. Excellent book, factual, practical, and compelling read.

Thanks to NetGalley and Rodale Inc. for the advanced ebook of "Outsmarting the Sociopath Next Door" in exchange for my honest review.

"Outsmarting the Sociopath Next Door by Dr. Martha Stout is exactly what it sounds like: a guide to dealing with sociopaths when avoiding them is impossible. Stout begins with explaining what is (and is not) sociopathic behavior and the dives into the different unavoidable situations you may find yourself in. From there she details how to protect yourself and others with advice on procedures and behaviors for you to employ.

This read was absolutely fascinating. I felt like I was studying to be on the Criminal Minds team. Understanding human behavior is always fascinating, especially when dealing with deviations from the norm. Stout has clearly done extensive research and it shows. She provides many stories and examples from a variety of sources that made this book feel like a complete collection of situations.

Stout also surprised me by having more of an understanding approach. She looks to understand the behavior, rather than to condemn it. She isn't approving the behavior, but she does acknowledge the deficiency sociopathic individuals are working with that create their behaviors. This outlook may benefit individuals in difficult situations to maintain a cool head and not provide a much desired reaction.

Stout does provide some interesting thoughts on evil and its origins that I'm not quite sure I agree with. She goes into a tangent on religion and I'm not sure it was necessary in this particular book in the way it was used.

Overall, I gave this book 4 stars because it captured my attention for the entire length of the book and provided me with information I'm not sure I would be able to get anywhere else.

Dr. Martha Stout's Outsmarting the Sociopath Next Door is her follow-up book to the widely read The Sociopath Next Door. Who among us hasn't played the role of armchair psychologist and diagnosed a co-worker or family member a sociopath? I know I have. This book provides inside of how to deal with that person because avoiding isn't always an option.

It's a fascinating look into the mind of the gaslighters of your life. If you are a person who binges those serial killer shows, this might just be the book for you.

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased review.

I received an advanced reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review

More in depth information about sociopathology; nothing particularly new