Essay on Personality Disorders

Narcissistic personality disorder is defined as a disorder that entails a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, either in fantasy or behavior, need for admiration, and lack of empathy. The disorder is closely related to functional impairment, one of which being seen visibly through interpersonal relationships, or lack thereof. There is research that documents NPD as having 6.2% prevalence within our population. The personality disorder was initially going to be rejected from the DSM-5, due to it lacking

narcissistic personality disorder. This personality disorder is defined as, “...a broad pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy” (Comer, 2010, p. 531). People with narcissistic personality disorder are convinced of their own greatness; whether it be their success, artistic skill, or beauty. They also require the constant attention and admiration of the people around them. But, this is not all that is involved in this disorder. People with narcissistic personality disorder are extremely

narcissist because of the way I behave and think. I’ve never been to a professional who could diagnose me as such, but nonetheless I believe that I am one. Therefore, when I was presented the opportunity to write a paper about an article over any disorder in DSM-V, narcissism was my first choice. I’ve always been fascinated about studies done over narcissism, presumably because it relates to myself and I’m always looking for ways to better understand myself. Understandably, before any research can

DSM-IV-TR Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is characterized by symptoms that include grandiosity, an exaggerated sense of self-importance and a lack of empathy for others. This type of personality disorder is related to another disordered called, histrionic personality disorder. In both disorders, individuals act in a dramatic manner, seek respect from others, and are shallow in their emotional expressions and relationships with others. People with histrionic personality disorder seek approval of

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), an unpredictable change of mood which stems from prolonged childhood stress, affects nearly two percent of the adult population, predominantly younger women. BPD, one of the most common personality disorders, has become a female malady; however, men can also acquire BPD. Males diagnosed with borderline do not develop the characteristic of instability like women do; nonetheless, they inherit “rigid, defensive, and hyper-vigilant” traits (Moskovitz 4, 115) (Frances

Borderline Personality Disorder Overview Borderline Personality Disorder is characterized by impulsivity, unstable self-image, mood, and trouble with interpersonal relationships. One major characteristic is impulsivity, which is characterized by rapid responding to environmental triggers without thinking (or caring) about long term consequences (Paris, 2007). Some people may engage in self-injurious activities including attempting and completing suicide. People with borderline personality disorder have

Antisocial personality disorder is a mental illness that is often associated with constant lying and abnormal behavior. Every patient is different and may have other symptoms than others. It is important to recognize some of the first signs and to seek medical help if needed. It is common for a patient with antisocial personality disorder to lie frequently, be disrespectful, make impulsive decisions, and show no remorse for others. Some of the less common symptoms include participating in gangs and

Borderline Personality Disorder Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a complex and serious mental disorder involving the inability to manage emotions effectively and exhibiting maladaptive behaviors characterized by unstable moods and relationships (NIMH, 2013). Individuals with BPD are very sensitive to environmental circumstances and the perception of rejection and separation (DSM-5, 2013). These individuals may exhibit excessive fears of abandonment and inappropriate anger when facing separation

The Revised Diagnostic Interview for Borderlines (DIB-R) was designed to reliably diagnose Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). It is not a global diagnostic assessment. Rather, the purpose of the DIB-R is to distinguish Borderline Personality Disorder from other clinical diagnoses (Gunderson, Kolb, & Austin, 1981). Development John Gunderson, M.D. and Jonathon Kolb, M.D developed the Diagnostic Interview for Borderlines (DIB) in 1976 (Hurt, Clarkin, Koenigsberg, Frances, & Nurnberg, 1986).

Dependent personality disorder, commonly referred to as DPD, has been formally diagnosed in approximately 2.5% of the population of the United States (Faith). Roughly 14% of individuals with a personality disorder have been diagnosed as having DPD (Faith). Dependent personality disorder is believed to affect one out of every 200 adults (“Dependent”). DPD is also commonly misdiagnosed as Avoidant Personality Disorder, or APD (Faith). 43% of people that are diagnosed with APD also meet the diagnostic