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Personality disorder

Our personality relates to how we think, feel, and behave.

You may be diagnosed with personality disorder if you have difficulty with how you relate to yourself and others. And if you have problems coping day-to-day.

 

It doesn't mean that there is something wrong with my personality. It means that I think, feel and behave differently from most people.

Diagnosing personality disorder

Learn when you might be diagnosed with personality disorder. And how health professionals categorise it.

Why is personality disorder controversial?

There are lots of different views on personality disorder, including whether it should be diagnosed at all. Find out more.

Treatment for personality disorder

Read about the different treatments that could help you.

Self-care for personality disorder

If you've been diagnosed with personality disorder, there are things you can try to help yourself. Find out more.

Helping someone diagnosed with personality disorder

There are lots of things you can do to support a friend, colleague or relative. Read our tips.

Published: October 2024

Next review planned: October 2027

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