Personality disorders are more common than you think - it is estimated that nine percent of U.S. adults have at least one.
Some people have multiple and may not even realize it.
The way you think, feel, and behave makes you unique.
Your personality is influenced by a lot of factors, including the genetics you inherited from your parents, the environment you grew up in, and the experiences you had whilst growing up.
A personality disorder is a type of mental disorder in which you have a long-term pattern of thinking, functioning, and behaving that is rigid and unhealthy.
Personality disorders affect at two least two of the following: the way the person thinks about themselves and other people, how they relate to other people, how they respond emotionally, and how they control their behavior.
Let's look at the ten specific types of personality disorders.
These are divided into three clusters.
The first one, Cluster A, is people who can be regarded as odd, bizarre, or eccentric.
Number 10: Paranoid personality disorder.
People with paranoid personality disorder are distrustful and suspicious of others, even people close to them like their partner or parents.
They might believe their spouse is cheating on them, even without any evidence or clues that it might actually be so.
They are suspicious of other peoples motives and therefore they dont find it easy to share deeply personal things.
They think others are out to get them and may hurt them if they get the chance.
They can perceive innocent comments as personal attacks and may respond with anger or hostility when such comments are made.
They are easily humiliated and dont forgive easily, in fact, once hurt by someone they might hold onto that grudge forever.
Projection is a defense mechanism that they often employ, attributing their own emotions to others.
They think other people always want to deceive them, take them for a ride.
Loyalty isnt part of their vocabulary - they dont believe that anybody will be loyal to them.
Number 9: Schizoid personality disorder.
People with schizoid personality disorder might have a longing for intimacy, but outwardly, they don't show it.
To others, it might seem that they don't have much interest in social relationships.
Close connections with others are too difficult for them, so they choose to be alone.
They may come across as emotionally detached and cold, and seemingly don't care about criticism or praise.
When interacting with other people, the clues that most of us would pick up on, seem to go unnoticed by them.
They're more likely to form attachment to animals rather than have meaningful relationships with people.
They come across as socially awkward.
When taking part in activities, more often than not, they dont seem to be enjoying themselves.
They excel at jobs that require them to be alone most of the time, like working the night shift when nobody else is around.
Their attention is focused on their inner world rather than what's going on around them.
They do a lot of introspection and might entertain fantasies.
When it comes to expressing themselves, their emotional range appears to be quite limited.
Number 8: Schizotypal personality disorder.
People with schizotypal personality disorder have unusual beliefs and fears, and a tendency towards magical thinking, for example, believing in bizarre fantasies.
They might hear a voice that is inaudible to others, speaking to them.
They experience social anxiety, fear social interaction, and don't seem to be comfortable with close relationships.
Their responses to others might be inappropriate and without emotion.
They might be convinced that they can influence others with their thoughts, and believe that there is somehow a link between themselves and unrelated events.
Their dress sense might be as unusual as their beliefs and their way of speaking.
They are quite suspicious of others.
They have a higher-than-average probability of developing schizophrenia.
According to researchers, this disorder is more prevalent in males.
Those three personality disorders were Cluster A.
Now for Cluster B: people who behave dramatically or erratically.
They can be unpredictable and sometimes excessively emotional.
Number 7: Antisocial personality disorder.
This person does not show concern for the needs of other people.
They may disregard or even violate the rights of others, which could lead to criminal activities and subsequent legal action against them.
Being violently aggressive is a definite possibility for them.
They often act in an impulsive and irresponsible manner.
They might also be deceitful and dishonest, and show disregard for social norms.
They dont really care about other peoples feelings and dont feel remorse for their actions.
Lying and deceiving others are not a problem for them.
Being a conman and cheating other people out of their hard-earned money or savings would not bother someone with antisocial personality disorder.
Number 6: Borderline personality disorder.
Their relationships are marked by a lot of instability.
They are impulsive, with a lack of self-esteem.
Taking risks comes easy to them, for example gambling.
Their emotions are intense and fluctuate often.
They fear being abandoned and will do what they can to avoid it.
Having feelings of emptiness is common, as well as displaying anger that is seemingly out of proportion to the trigger that caused it.
Self-harm is a possibility, linked to their low self-esteem.
Stressful situations can cause them to become moody and paranoid.
Number 5: Histrionic personality disorder.
Someone with histrionic personality disorder always wants to be the center of attention.
They will do anything to draw attention to themselves, whether through their behavior, choice of clothing, or actions.
Their behavior is often dramatic and over-the-top.
They can be highly opinionated because that is another way of focusing everyone's attention on them.
They are emotional and easily influenced.
Their outward appearance is important to them, theyre going for a look that will make heads turn.
Their emotions fluctuate a lot and can change very quickly.
They might imagine that other people care for them, even when that isnt the case.
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Number 4: Narcissistic personality disorder.
Someone with narcissistic personality disorder will have an inflated sense of self-importance.
They are arrogant and want others to admire them.
They display a sense of entitlement and will often take advantage of others.
They don't really have empathy for other people, they're just focused on themselves and they think everybody else should be focusing on them too.
They simply dont notice other peoples needs.
They think theyre somehow special or different.
Being powerful is important to them, whether real or imagined.
If they feel that others dont appreciate how successful they are, they are prone to boasting or exaggerating.
They want others to sing their praises and tell them how wonderful they are.
Now we get to the third cluster of personality disorders, Cluster C. These are people who are anxious or fearful.
Number 3: Avoidant personality disorder.
People with avoidant personality disorder are extremely shy.
They feel inadequate and are overly sensitive to criticism.
They are convinced that they will be rejected and that others disapprove of them.
When someone makes a neutral comment, they will interpret it negatively.
They're always expecting ridicule and don't want to meet new people.
They regard themselves as being inferior, never quite good enough, and find it impossible to believe that anyone will like them.
They will avoid activities that involve other people, whether socially or at work, and feel that they are likely to be embarrassed if they take part.
Number 2: Dependent personality disorder.
This person will display submissive behavior.
They want someone to take care of them.
They don't want to make difficult decisions unless there is someone to reassure them that they're doing the right thing.
They can be clingy.
When they're on their own, they feel helpless.
They are prone to displaying submissive behavior.
When others treat them badly, they accept this without challenge.
If their relationship ends, they quickly find a new partner, because they cannot be alone.
Number 1: Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.
For these people, everything must be perfect and orderly.
They like plans and schedules.
They are controlling and inflexible when it comes to values and morality.
They are often so focused on work that they neglect friends and family.
Remember, this is not the same as an obsessive-compulsive disorder.
People who have OCD will have certain repetitive behaviors that they are unable to stop.
This could be constantly checking and rechecking something, like whether they've locked the door.
Or they will compulsively wash their hands.
These behaviors are done as a way of dealing with anxiety.
They need immediate gratification, whereas people with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder don't mind delaying gratification.
These two disorders do share a few qualities, like being preoccupied with symmetry, being afraid of contamination, and having an ever-present sense of doubt.
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