Personality and identity Flashcards
What is a personality disorder
a deeply ingrained pattern of behaviour that deviates markedly from the norms of generally accepted behaviour, causing long-term
difficulties in personal relationships or in
functioning in society
Give 5 features of a personality disorder according to ICD 10
- engrained enduring behavioural patterns
- Pervasive and inflexible
- Impairments in relating to self and others
- Onset adolescence / early adult
- Deviates from cultural expectations
What are 3 RFs for personality disorders
- attachment issues in childhood
- poor parenting
- FHx
How are personality disorders broadly categorised by DSM-V
- Cluster A - odd/ suspicious
- Cluster B - emotional/ impulsive
- Cluster C - anxious/ fearful
Give 3 types of personality disorder that fall under cluster A
- Paranoid
- Schizoid
- Schizotypal
Give 4 types of personality disorder that fall under cluster B
- Antisocial
- Emotionally unstable (borderline)
- Histrionic
- Narcissistic
Give 3 types of personality disorder that fall under cluster C
- Obsessive-compulsive
- Dependant
- Anxious avoidant
Define Paranoid personality disorder
features difficulty in trusting or revealing personal information to others
* suspicious, perceives attack
Define Schizoid personality disorder
features a lack of interest or desire to form relationships with others and feelings that this is of no benefit to them.
* emotionally cold, detached
Define Schizotypal personality disorder
features unusual beliefs, thoughts and behaviours, as well as social anxiety that makes forming relationships difficult
Define Antisocial personality disorder
features reckless and harmful behaviour, with a lack of concern for the consequences or the impact of their behaviour on other people
Define Borderline personality disorder
features fluctuating strong emotions and difficulties with identity and maintaining healthy relationships.
Define Histrionic personality disorder
involves the need to be the centre of attention and performing for others to maintain that attention.
Define Narcissistic personality disorder
features feelings that they are special and need others to recognise this, or else they get upset.
* grandiosity, lack of empathy
Define Avoidant personality disorder
features severe anxiety about rejection or disapproval and avoidance of social situations or relationships.
