Personality Disorders Flashcards
PERSONALITY DISORDERS
A group of mental health conditions characterized by enduring patterns of thought, behavior, and interpersonal functioning that are markedly different from cultural expectations.
____ are pervasive, inflexible, and lead to significant distress or impairment in various aspects of life.
Patterns
Typically emerge in _____and persist over time.
adolescence or early adulthood
Odd or Eccentric
Cluster A
Dramatic, Emotional, or Erratic
Cluster B
Anxious or Fearful
Cluster C
Cluster A
Paranoid
Schizoid
Schizotypal
Cluster B
Antisocial
Borderline
Histrionic
Narcissistic
Cluster C
Avoidant
Dependent
Obsessive-Compulsive
PARANOID PERSONALITY DISORDER
A mental health condition characterized by pervasive and unjustified distrust and suspicion of others.
SCHIZOID PERSONALITY DISORDER
A mental health condition characterized by a pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships and a restricted range of emotional expression.
SCHIZOTYPAL PERSONALITY DISORDER
A mental health condition characterized by significant discomfort in close relationships, distorted thinking, and eccentric behavior.
ANTISOCIAL PERSONALITY DISORDER
A mental health condition characterized by a persistent pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others.
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER
A mental health condition characterized by intense and unstable emotions, relationships, and self-image.
HISTRIONIC PERSONALITY DISORDER
Characterized by a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior.
NARCISSISTIC PERSONALITY DISORDER
Characterized by a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy.
AVOIDANT PERSONALITY DISORDER
Characterized by a pervasive pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation.
DEPENDENT PERSONALITY DISORDER
Characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behaviors.
OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE PERSONALITY DISORDER
Characterized by a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control.
Prevalence
Affects about 10-15% of the general population.
more common in women
BPD
more common in men
ASPD
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
a type of CBT; particularly useful for managing emotions and improving relationships, especially in cases like BPD.
Psychodynamic Therapy
explores how past experiences impact current behavior.
Supportive Therapy
provides emotional support and practical help.
Medication
not a primary treatment for the disorder itself but it may help with co-occurring conditions.
Skills Training
helps individuals improve their interactions and job performance (including social skills and job coaching).
Heritabilty
there is evidence suggesting that genetic factors play a role in the development of personality disorders. Family and twin studies indicate that certain personality disorders have a hereditary component.
Early Childhood Experiences
traumatic or adverse childhood experiences, such as abuse or neglect, can contribute to the development of personality disorders.
Parenting Styles
overly controlling or neglectful parenting can impact the development of personality traits and disorders.
Brain Structure and Function
research has shown that abnormalities in brain structure and function, particularly in areas related to emotional regulation and impulse control, may be linked to certain personality disorders.
Personality Development
disruptions in normal personality development, including issues with self-esteem and emotional regulation, can contribute to the onset of personality disorders.
