Cluster B Personality Disorders Flashcards
What are the cluster B’s considered?
“dramatic”
“it’s all about me”
What are the 4 types of Cluster B personality disorders?
Antisocial personality disorder
Borderline personality disorder
Histrionic personality disorder
Narcissistic personality disorder
What are the requirements for diagnosis of antisocial PD?
Must be >18
What are the main symptoms of antisocial PD?
Poor impulse control
No moral values
Manipulative
No empathy
How does the no moral value symptom of antisocial PD present itself?
Aggressive, unlawful behaviour
What does antisocial PD increase the risk of
Substance abuse
What are the main symptoms of borderline personality disorder?
Unstable moods
“Splitting”
Terrified of abandonment (Will Hunting)
What is “splitting” in borderline PD?
There is no in between good and bad they view everything as an extreme
What are the main symptoms of histrionic PD?
Attention seeking behaviour (egocentric)
Overly dramatic
How are the relationships of people with histrionic PD?
Often lots of relationships but very superficial
Standard white girl
What are the main symptoms of narcissistic PD?
“I am the best” - grandiose self image
Lack of empathy due to superiority complex
very high expectations - expect to be treated as well as they view themselves
What is the cause of symptoms in narcissistic Pd?
Low self esteem –> self defensive behaviour
What is the treatment for all type Bs?
Communication + relationship strategy
What treatments exist for borderline and histrionic?
Psychotherapy
What drugs can be used in borderline PD?
Mood stabilisers
- Valproate 1st line
