Reviewed by Dr. David Kashan, MD - Chief Medical Director
All people have basic personality traits that help determine how they feel, think, and behave from day to day. Your personality can boost your ability to function and enjoy life. However, it can also do the opposite. If your traits have a severe and negative impact on you, you may have a personality disorder. There are multiple kinds of these disorders, each of which has particular effects.
With proper mental health care, you can overcome those effects and thrive.
Evoke specializes in mental health treatment and features modern, research-supported care options for personality disorders. With help from our customized plans, you can take the steps needed to establish a healthier personality pattern. Reach out to us today to learn more about personality disorder treatment.
Understanding Personality Disorders
Under current guidelines, there are ten recognized personality disorders. These conditions belong to clusters A, B, and C.
Cluster A conditions are:
- Paranoid personality disorder
- Schizoid personality disorder
- Schizotypal personality disorder
Cluster B conditions are:
- Borderline personality disorder
- Antisocial personality disorder
- Narcissistic personality disorder
- Histrionic personality disorder
Cluster C conditions are:
- Avoidant personality disorder
- Dependent personality disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
While each disorder is unique, it also shares some similarities with others in its cluster. For example, Cluster A conditions produce peculiar thoughts and behaviors. Cluster B disorders involve unpredictable, excessively emotional, or dramatic behaviors. Cluster C conditions are marked by fear-based and anxious thoughts and behaviors.
Most personality disorders develop in older teens or young adults, though symptoms may emerge earlier or later in life.
If you're ready to start your journey to recovery, we're here to help.
Getting Diagnosed in a Personality Disorder Treatment Program
How can you tell if you or your loved one has a personality disorder? Diagnosis is available at a personality disorder treatment center.
When making a diagnosis, doctors follow specific criteria:
Your personality must differ significantly from social norms.
It must cause distress or make daily functioning difficult.
It must have a long-term impact.
This impact must affect at least two of four key areas:
- Emotional responses
- Thoughts about yourself and others
- How you relate to people
- Behavioral control
A doctor will evaluate these areas to determine the type of disorder you have and develop a treatment plan suited to your needs.
Recovery Options at a Personality Disorder Treatment Center
The primary treatment for personality disorders is therapy. The most effective, evidence-based options include:
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Group Therapy
Medication is not the primary form of treatment for personality disorders. However, it can be helpful in managing specific symptoms. The most effective care plans are customized, well-coordinated, and involve a team of mental health professionals.
Get Support with a Personalized Treatment Plan
Are you concerned that you or a loved one may have a personality disorder? The experts at Evoke can help. Our team can:
– Assess your condition
– Diagnose a potential personality disorder
– Recommend a tailored treatment plan
Evoke provides personalized recovery plans designed around your specific condition and needs. Our approach ensures you’re treated as a unique individual with care that supports your well-being.
Want more information? Call us at 866.429.2960 or contact us online today.
