Personality Disorders

The 10 SubTopics

Cluster A

Eccentric/Odd

Cluster B

Dramatic/Emotional/Erratic

Cluster C

Anxious/Fearful

Paranoid

Characterized by Pervasive Distrust and Excessive Suspicion of Others.

Schizoid

Characterized by a Lack of Interest in Social Relationships and a Limited Range of Emotional Expression.

Schizotypal

Characterized by acute discomfort in close relationships, cognitive or perceptual distortions, and eccentric behaviors.

Antisocial

Characterized by a disregard for the rights of others, lack of empathy, failure to conform to social norms and often engaging in deceitful or manipulative behavior.

Borderline

Characterized by Instability in Interpersonal Relationships, Self-Image, and Emotions, along with Impulsive Behaviors.

Histrionic

Characterized by excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior, often leading to dramatic and theatrical expressions of emotions.

Narcissistic

Characterized by grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. Individuals often have an inflated sense of their own importance and a deep need for validation.

Avoidant

Characterized by feelings of extreme shyness, fear of criticism, and avoidance of social situations. Individuals often feel inadequate and are hypersensitive to negative evaluation.

Dependent

Characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behaviors.

Obsessive-Compulsive

Characterized by pervasive pattern of preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and mental and interpersonal control,