Personality

Introduction:

  • “A personality disorder is a type of mental illness in which you have trouble perceiving and relating to situations and to people — including yourself. There are many specific types of personality disorders.” (Mayo-1).
  • “In general, having a personality disorder means you have a rigid and unhealthy pattern of thinking and behaving no matter what the situation. This leads to significant problems and limitations in relationships, social encounters, work and school.” (Mayo-1).

Cluster A Disorders

  • “These are personality disorders characterized by odd, eccentric thinking or behavior…” (Mayo-1)
  • Paranoid Personality Disorder.
  • Schizoid Personality Disorder.
  • Schizotypal Personality Disorder.

Cluster B Disorders

  • “These are personality disorders characterized by dramatic, overly emotional thinking or behavior…” (Mayo-1)
  • Antisocial (Sociopathic) Personality Disorder.
  • Borderline Personality Disorder.
  • Histrionic Personality Disorder.
  • Narcissistic Personality Disorder.

Cluster C Disorders

  • “These are personality disorders characterized by anxious, fearful thinking or behavior…” (Mayo-1)
  • Avoidant Personality Disorder.
  • Dependent Personality Disorder.
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder.

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