Personality disorders involve enduring patterns of behavior and inner experience that deviate from cultural norms. The DSM-5 categorizes these disorders into three clusters: Cluster A with odd, eccentric traits; Cluster B with dramatic, emotional behaviors; and Cluster C with anxious, fearful characteristics. Understanding and treating these complex disorders is crucial for improving the lives of affected individuals.
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Personality disorders involve enduring patterns of inner experience and behavior that deviate from cultural expectations and cause distress or impairment
Differentiating from Other Mental Health Issues
Personality disorders are diagnosed based on persistent symptoms that cannot be attributed to other mental health problems
Individuals with personality disorders often face obstacles in receiving effective treatment and support
Cluster A personality disorders are characterized by behaviors and thoughts that are perceived as odd or eccentric by others
Cluster B personality disorders involve dramatic, emotional, or unpredictable thinking and behavior
Cluster C personality disorders are marked by pervasive anxiety and fearfulness
Paranoid Personality Disorder is characterized by pervasive distrust and suspicion of others, leading to significant interpersonal difficulties
Borderline Personality Disorder is characterized by instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, along with marked impulsivity
Avoidant Personality Disorder involves social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation, leading to avoidance of social interaction
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Diagnosis of personality disorders requires symptoms to be consistent and not explained by other ______ issues or substance abuse effects.
mental health
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Cluster A Personality Disorders
Includes Paranoid, Schizoid, Schizotypal; characterized as odd, eccentric.
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Cluster B Personality Disorders
Comprises Antisocial, Borderline, Histrionic, Narcissistic; known for being dramatic, emotional, erratic.
