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Unwillingness to forgive perceived insults Excessive sensitivity to setbacks Distrustfulness and excessive self-reliance Projection of blame onto others Consumed by anticipation of betrayal Combative and tenacious adherence to personal rights Relentlessly suspicious
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Paranoid personality disorder is difficult to treat, as paranoids are often extremely suspicious of medical professionals. A combination of medication and talk therapy can be effective at combating the more debilitating symptoms of this disorder.
Weak interpersonal skills Difficulty expressing anger, even when provoked "Loner" mentality; avoidance of social situations Appear to others as remote, aloof, and unengaged Low sexual desire Unresponsive to praise or criticism
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It is important to distinguish schizoid from avoidant. Avoidants will feel anxiety in social situations and have the desire to fit in, while schizoids simply prefer to be alone. It is occassionally difficult to distinguish between schizoid and Asperger's, as well. This disorder is diagnosed more frequently and is often more severe among males. Schizoids usually do not seek treatment on their own and are often coaxed into it by a loved one.
some important way. They generally engage in eccentric behavior and have difficulty concentrating for long periods of time. Their speech is often over elaborate and difficult to follow.
Odd or eccentric mannerisms or appearance Superstitious or preoccupied with paranormal phenomena Difficult to follow speech patterns Feelings of anxiety in social situations Suspiciousness and paranoia Odd beliefs or magical thinking Appears shy, aloof, or withdrawn to others
Disregard for the feelings of others Impulsive and irresponsible decision-making Lack of remorse for harm done to others Lying, stealing, other criminal behaviors Disregard for the safety of self and others
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A majority of criminals in prison have some degree of antisocial personality disorder. Treatment is highly difficult, although the symptoms often diminish with age.
Self-injury or attempted suicide Strong feelings of anger, anxiety, or depression that last for several hours Impulsive behavior Drug or alcohol abuse Feelings of low self-worth Unstable relationships with friends, family, and boyfriends/girlfriends
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Borderline personality disorder was so-named because it was originally thought to be at the "borderline" of psychosis. The disorder is relatively common, affecting 2% of adults. Women are much more likely to suffer borderline than men. Nearly 20% of psychiatric hospitalizations are due to borderline. With treatment, patients are often able to see their symptoms improve.
Treatment involves therapy in which the patient learns to talk through his or her feelings rather than unleashing them in destructive and self -defeating ways. Medication may be helpful, and treatment of any alcohol or substance abuse issues is required. Brief hospitalization is sometimes required, especially in cases involving psychotic episodes or suicide threats or attempts.
Needs to be the center of attention Dresses or acts provocatively Rapidly-shifting and shallow emotions Exaggerates friendships Overly-dramatic, occassionally theatrical speech easily influenced; highly suggestible
Requires excessive praise and admiration Takes advantage of others Grandiose sense of self-importance Lack of empathy Lying, to self and others Obsessed with fantasies of fame, power, or beauty
Social inhibition; retreating from others in anticipation of rejection Preoccupation with being rejected or criticized in social situations Fear of embarrassment results in avoidance of new activities Poor self-image; feelings of social ineptitude Desire for improved social relations Appear to others as self-involved and unfriendly
Difficulty making decisions Feelings of helplessness when alone Suicidal thoughts upon rejection Submissiveness Deeply hurt by mild criticism or disapproval Unable to meet ordinary demands of life
Need for perfection and excessive discipline Preoccupation with orderliness Inflexibility Lack of generosity Hyper-focus on details and rules Excessive devotion to work
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The potential for improvement with treatment is better for obsessive-compulsive personality disorder than for other personality disorders. A combination of medication and therapy tends to yield positive results.