Personality Disorders
Personality disorders are mental health conditions that affect how people think, feel, and behave. They are characterized by inflexible patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that cause distress and problems in relationships, work, and other areas of life.
The most severe and debilitating personality disorders include:
Antisocial Personality Disorder: is characterized by a disregard for the rights of others, deceitfulness, and impulsivity. People with this disorder often display aggressive and ruthless behavior, lack empathy, and are unable to form meaningful relationships.
Borderline Personality Disorder: is characterized by a pervasive fear of abandonment, extreme emotions, and unstable relationships. People with this disorder often experience difficulty controlling their emotions and behavior, tend to be impulsive, and have difficulty managing stress.
Narcissistic Personality Disorder: is characterized by a grandiose sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. People with this disorder often have an exaggerated sense of superiority, feel entitled, and are preoccupied with achieving success and power.
Histrionic Personality Disorder: is characterized by a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior. People with this disorder often display overly dramatic behavior, are overly concerned with their appearance, and have difficulty forming and maintaining relationships.
Paranoid Personality Disorder: is characterized by a pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others. People with this disorder often have an exaggerated sense of self-importance, are overly suspicious of others, and have difficulty forming and maintaining relationships.
