Personality Disorders Overview

This set of flashcards includes key terms and definitions related to personality disorders, highlighting characteristics, classifications, and symptoms.

Personality Disorders

Long-standing, inflexible patterns of thoughts and behaviors related to oneself and one’s environment that cause significant impairment or distress.

Cluster A

Group of personality disorders characterized by odd or eccentric behavior.

Paranoid Personality Disorder

Characterized by extreme suspicion and distrust of others.

Schizoid Personality Disorder

Lack of interest in social relationships and a restricted range of emotions.

Schizotypal Personality Disorder

Involves odd thinking and behavior, and includes ideas of reference and magical thinking.

Cluster B

Group of personality disorders marked by dramatic, emotional, or erratic behavior.

Histrionic Personality Disorder

Pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior.

Borderline Personality Disorder

Instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affect, along with marked impulsivity.

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Exaggerated sense of self-importance and lack of empathy for others.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

Disregard for and violation of the rights of others, often associated with deceitful behavior.

Cluster C

Group of personality disorders characterized by anxious or fearful behavior.

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Social inhibition and feelings of inadequacy, often avoiding social interactions due to fear of rejection.

Dependent Personality Disorder

Excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behaviors.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

Preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control at the expense of flexibility.