I don't think I'm exaggerating or mistaken here.
A sociopath is generally a more manipulative version we see more in everyday life but not a killer like a psychopath.
I've dealt with one of these people relatively recently, this particular person is even quite popular.
Everything they do is an act for a reason. They're constantly acting.
sociopaths just really aren't all that complicated, and may not always be that smart. sure they manipulate a little but anyone who can read people can spot them pretty quick. the main difference is you can spot a sociopath, a psychopath you cannot.
the versions the media shows on TV like hannibal are rare, the real psychopaths are in politics or military and they don't always 'kill', but they can methodically destroy people's lives and not lose sleep over it. dont fear the socio.