Maya Sociopath? Psychopath? Let's Look at Definitions - Page 3

Originally posted by: shruthiravi

First I had thought Maya to be a sociopath, she never fell into the bracket of psychopath for me. Because she cares for her mother from the beginning. But now I dont think sociopath as pom rightly said she draws strength from Arjun to stand against her worst fear.

I felt it can be multiple personality syndrome because in one of the epi Maya gives a terrifying look to her mother after throwing her mobile and same thing she repeats once again, but she comes back to normal faster.

If it is MPD it is situation created. I mean sometimes if it was treated it might lie low, but if not completely removed it can strike back given the circumstance. It doesnt come always. That is why it is difficult to prove also. Because first you need to understand under what circumstance it happens. Then you have to recreate that circumstance for that person to show that self of theirs.

MPD is not madness , it is a disease caused to defend oneself against certain unfavorablesituations or decisions that happened.

http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/dissociative-identity-disorder-multiple-personality-disorder#1

For me Ashwin is now trying to provoke the situation in public so that Maya's problem comes out in full force.

Question is, is Maya aware of her alter ego. Sometimes people know about their alter ego and allow it to control them. They are doing it knowing that their alter ego is controlling them. But they feel it is right. Many times Maya's manipulation can be part of this also.

Difference between the movie Bhool Bhulaiya and Anniyan was that in Bhool Bhulaiyya she is completely cured, while in Anniyan it seems he is cured, but he murders but this time with full knowledge of what he is doing.

Originally posted by: iMini

To me Maya seems more like a Psychopath, I agree with the possibility off her having OCD.

Psychopaths don't have any attachments doesn't mean they don't have relationships. They do, just that they aren't as emotionally invested in it. In fact, with enough help they can develop habits good enough to look like they are emotionally attached. (Fake it till you make it) because they do realize the importance of good relationships in life. Here Arjun's presence in Maya's life serves a big utility too (facing Ashwin!)

Critical incidents bring to surface more intense symptoms of any mental disorder and not just psychopathy (explains why she seemed normal in childhood). Ashwin isn't a mentally healthy person either - let's not discuss his case for now.

Most psychopaths are able to lead a normal life. Maya's problem is her abusive childhood and lack of professional help. This makes it harder for her to understand how the conventional social norms work.

Psychopaths too vary by personalities and intensity of their 'symptoms'. No two psychopaths are the same the very same way no two normal people are same.

I am not sure about how Narcissistic people behave since I didn't encounter one yet. Any inputs?

Her self harming and randomly weeping(balcony scene in first episode), insomnia can be signs of acute depression - which eased with entry of Arjun in her life.

Originally posted by: MrDarcyfan

Great post TM! I think Maya is more like a sociopath but like Shrutiravi said, she may have a form of MPD as well. Maya Mehrotra the "Public persona" is like a character she plays, in control and ice cold. Then there is the private Maya. Vulnerable, sad and lonely to a great extent.

I think her circumstances created her. I don't think she was born like this. But later in the story, we will get to make a better judgment of this with more facts. I think Jennifer herself said that Maya's character is grey and that of an insomniac sociopath. Her demons haunt her. But Arjun has come into her life as a light. Making her embrace that which she was not willing to before. Color and emotional vulnerability. But Arjun's love has also given her strength to stand up to Ashwin. Because no matter how "in control" Maya is to the world, with Ashwin, she reverts back to that scared 9-year-old time and again. Ashwin knows this, and that is why he gets to her. Ashwin truly hates Maya and the feeling is mutual.

As of now, I think she is a sociopath.

Originally posted by: riyya6

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Originally posted by: katrinasalman

Psychopath:

• No conscience
• Charming
• Cunning
• Intelligent
• Born like this
• Go-getters

I can agree with 4 things i.e. Charming, cunning, intelligent and go-getters. Intelligence and cunningness are needed to survive in this world. Go-getters show how active they are. I cannot agree with no conscience and born like that as Maya does have the conscience. She knows very well what she is doing. I don't think she was like that from her birth. It was only under the forced circumstances, she is the way she is.

Sociopath:

• A very small conscience
• Anti-social
• Act without thinking
• Environment plays a huge factor
• Impulsive and hot headed
• Can possibly love (confirmation required?)

In all the above-mentioned points, it has been the environment where she was brought up and that makes a huge difference. The other thing is she is impulsive and hot-headed which makes her violent. She can love people who are near and dear to her. She loves her mother & Arjun. She can love people who stand for her, no matter what. She would not like to lose her loved ones at any cost. She acts without thinking only when she loses her temper, which is quite common. As for her conscience, she needs to understand the difference between platonic love and limitless love which we call as beyhadh pyaar. In my view, it is the environment she was brought up and her temper which are the major issues Maya is facing. Apart from that, she needs some sense for which someone needs to show her the proper way.

Originally posted by: -Swetha-

^ Great post by you, @TM! 👏

All actions that Maya has done so far.. I too feel she's suffering from Multiple Personality Syndrome.