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I don't know enough about sociopaths and psychopaths to know if Buddhist practice would make much of a difference or not. However, I'm inclined to think it would help at least somewhat.

I don't know either about them so to give a grounded opinion but from the experience I have had working with homeless people I think that a more supportive society can do a big difference because most of this behaviours can be overcome with the right therapies.

For example, from the article given by white_wolf it states that in societies that care about interconnectedness and mutual support, they can do well.

Sociopathy and psychopathy have environmental and genetic elements. Children under severe hostility and violence can develop this in a way the brain is not good to develop empathy emotions. Even though, this behaviour can be learnt due to cognitive plasticity and resilience of the brain.

And yes, I think that Buddhism can make a difference with them