The exact cause of personality disorders is unclear. However, genetics, neurological differences, and environmental factors may contribute to the development of these complex mental health conditions.

Is it possible to spot personality dysfunction from someone's everyday word use? My colleagues and I have conducted research ...

GRIN2A gene mutations emerge as single-gene cause of childhood schizophrenia, anxiety, and mood disorders, potentially ...

Dependent personality disorder treatment typically involves psychotherapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy. It can help with symptoms and support a person in maintaining healthy relationships.

Histrionic Personality Disorder is characterized by intense emotions and a strong need to be the center of attention. The disorder is part of a group known as cluster B personality disorders, similar ...

Many of my clients seek therapy due to chronic relationship problems—whether it be with their parents, co-workers, family members, and/or partners. “They're driving me crazy!” “Is it them or me?" “Am ...

BPD causes symptoms like emotional and relationship instability as well as higher anxiety levels. Insurance coverage for treatment may vary, requiring you to check your specific plan. Borderline ...

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

Personality disorders may be the best way to understand dictators, autocrats, and bullies, rather than labeling them crazy, mad, psychotic, fanatical, deranged, or demented.

HAMBURG — What is “normal” and what isn’t? This question is constantly being renegotiated in psychology. And sometimes, the boundaries shift, as they are now. What is considered a personality disorder ...

Have you ever wondered how your personality is related to how you do in life? Estonian researchers have put together a large ...