Diagnosis in adults is almost unheard of. Yet, what is much more commonly diagnosed in adults are personality disorders, with a lifetime prevalence rate of approximately 13% (Volkert et al., 2018).

A new neuroimaging study published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research has found that adults who report higher levels of ...

The categories of personality disorders overlap, warranting an approach that considers fundamental underlying traits of these disorders, such as problems in self-regulation and maintenance of stabl ...

The cause of antisocial personality disorder is currently unknown. It may stem from genetics and environmental factors, such as traumatic life experiences.

To better understand the causes of Borderline Personality Disorder, the researchers recruited 95 adult women, 44 of whom were previously diagnosed with the disorder, to complete a series of ...

Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is a mental health condition that causes long-term patterns of violence, recklessness, and manipulation of others.

One in four people experience a mental health issue like depression, anxiety or eating disorders. Mental Health is the second ...

Borderline Personality Disorder is treatable. New research is the first to show that adolescent borderline pathology follows a similar downward course after discharge from inpatient treatment ...

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a type of personality disorder characterized by instability. BPD typically emerges during adolescence or early adulthood.

Learn more about borderline personality disorder (BPD), including common signs and symptoms, causes and possible treatment options for those with the condition.