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Do you struggle to function on your own? Neediness, clinginess, and deep-seated fears of being alone may be signs of dependent personality disorder, a condition marked by over-reliance on others and a ...

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

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.

Personality traits are defined by patterns in how you think, behave, and react to situations. For someone without a personality disorder, your responses are consistent and stable over time. For ...

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 ...

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Schizoid personality disorder (SPD) is a mental health condition that causes a person to have little or no interest in connecting with others. People with SPD may seem distant, aloof, or passive. SPD ...

Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is a mental health condition characterized by excessively dramatic and attention-seeking behaviors. People with HPD have an intense need for attention and often ...

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Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD) is a long-term mental health condition where a person has a persistent, deeply rooted distrust and suspicion of others, even when there’s no real reason to be ...