I described personality disorders here. In this post, I will discuss their origins. From the psychoanalytic-attachment perspective, personality disorders are not so much created as they are a ...

A classic communication theory, the double bind, may offer a unifying explanation for the paradoxes at the core of borderline ...

The psychological terms of narcissism have entered the collective dialogue as a pop culture buzzword in the past decade. The terminology is commonly used in today's conversations and interactions.

Is it possible to spot personality dysfunction from someone's everyday word use? My colleagues and I have conducted research that suggests you can, and often sooner than you might expect.

As he put it, "one of the most important parts of diagnosing isn't always deciding what someone has. It's being able to rule ...

The exact cause of personality disorders is unclear. However, genetics, neurological differences, and environmental factors may contribute to the development of these complex mental health conditions.

As we continue our exploration of personality disorders, it is helpful to briefly remember what we mean by the term itself. Personality disorders are not sudden illnesses or occasional bad behaviours.

Schizoid personality disorder (SPD) is a type of mental health condition that may cause an individual to seem distant, blunt, or aloof. Treatment often involves psychotherapy to address social and ...