A personality disorder, as described in the DSM-5-TR, is a long-standing pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that differ significantly from what’s typically expected in a person’s culture. These patterns are often rigid, begin in adolescence or early adulthood, and can cause serious challenges in relationships, work, or other important parts of life. They may involve ongoing difficulties with thinking, managing emotions, relating to others, or controlling impulses. Personality disorders are complex mental health conditions, and understanding them requires empathy, respect, and a focus on supporting overall well-being and functioning.
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- https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/personality-disorders/what-are-personality-disorders
- https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/personality-disorders
- https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/personality-disorder/
- https://www.nami.org/about-mental-illness/mental-health-conditions/borderline-personality-disorder
- https://www.verywellhealth.com/personality-disorders-5100910