What it means
The pattern starts by the teen years or early adulthood, shows up in many situations and causes distress or problems with relationships and work. There are ten types in three groups (clusters): odd or eccentric (such as paranoid), dramatic or erratic (such as borderline and antisocial) and anxious or fearful (such as avoidant).
For the nurse
Set clear, consistent limits that the whole team follows, stay calm and respectful, and assess for self-harm, especially in borderline personality disorder.
At a glance
| Spanish | trastorno de la personalidad |
|---|---|
| Also written | personality disorders |
Related terms
psych/o
A word root that means mind.
conduct disorder
A mental health condition of childhood or the teen years with a lasting pattern of breaking rules and violating others' rights.