Psych Notes: Personality Disorders

-well established, maladaptive ways of behavior that negatively affect people's ability to function
-Dominates their personality



Antisocial Personality Disorder
 -Symptoms include: lack of empathy, little regard for other's feelings, view the world as hostile and only look out for themselves

Borderline Personality Disorder
-pervasive pattern of instability on relationships, self-image, identity, behavior
-often leads to self-harm and impulsivity

Dependent Personality Disorder
-constant need to be cared for by other people

Histrionic Personality Disorder
-pervasive need to be the center of attention, whether acting silly or dressing provocatively

Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Having an unwarranted sense of self-importance, thinking that you are the center of the universe