With three years gone by since the publication of the DSM-5, researchers and clinicians have a renewed interest in righting past wrongs in the diagnostic classification of personality disorders. Some ...

Personality disorders describe enduring, pervasive, pathologic patterns of behavior and inner experiences that deviate from a patient’s culture. Personality disorders are divided into three clusters ...

July 8, 2011 — With the goal of increasing relevancy for both clinicians and patients, the diagnostic criteria for personality disorders may undergo significant restructuring in the upcoming ...

Schizoid personality disorder (SPD) is a type of mental health condition that may cause an individual to seem distant, blunt, or aloof. Treatment often involves psychotherapy to address social and ...

Genetics is just one of several factors thought to influence personality disorder development. Life experiences, family dynamics, coping mechanisms, and social learning may all be contributing factors ...

Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is 1 of 10 clinically recognized personality disorders. Though NPD is only one official diagnosis, doctors further classify the condition into 2 types.

Schizotypal personality disorder is a cluster A personality disorder that involves various symptoms. These symptoms include difficulty in relationships, atypical thinking and behavior, and a distorted ...

New Research on Psychiatric Drugs and Personality Disorders Studies from France, the UK, and Sweden explore prescribing patterns and how people diagnosed with personality disorders experience ...

BPD affects mood, relationships, and how people see themselves. People with BPD can have intense mood swings and unstable relationships. BPD can increase the risk of suicide but can be managed with ...

I am terrified of being abandoned by others.My emotions fluctuate wildly, and I end up lashing out at others with harsh words.I don't want to ruin my relationships with the people I care about, but ...