PERSONALITY
DISORDERS
Personality disorders can have different manifestations and can disrupt daily life if left untreated. Seeking professional support and treatment is crucial to manage symptoms and improve overall quality of life.
Types of Personality Disorders
Personality refers to a person’s unique way of thinking, feeling, and behaving, shaped by both nature and nurture. Personality disorders are long-lasting patterns of inner experiences and behavior that differ from cultural expectations, cause distress or impair functioning, and persist over time. These disorders affect at least two of four areas: self-concept, emotional responses, social relationships, and impulse control.
Antisocial, Borderline Personality Disorder, Histrionic, Narcissistic
Paranoid, Schizoid, Schizotypal
Avoidant, Dependent, Obsessive-compulsive
Diagnosis requires long-term evaluation by a mental health professional, typically not before the age of 18. Psychotherapy, including psychoanalytic, dialectical behavior, cognitive-behavioral, and group therapy, is a common treatment. Self-care strategies, such as learning about the disorder, exercise, and avoiding drugs and alcohol, can also be helpful. While medication may help treat specific symptoms, there are no specific drugs for personality disorders.