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Personality Disorders

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A personality disorder involves an unhealthy pattern of thinking, feeling, and behaving. But you’re not stuck. With treatment and effective coping skills, you can break free of old patterns and build more fulfilling relationships.

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Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD)

Recognizing symptoms and getting help for a loved one

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Borderline Personality Disorder

A guide to symptoms, treatment and recovery for BPD

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Helping Someone with Borderline Personality Disorder

How to recognize BPD in a loved one and improve your relationship

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Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Tips for spotting and coping with a narcissist

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Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)

Understanding the symptoms and getting help for you or a loved one

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Emotional and Psychological Trauma

Tips for healing from trauma and learning to move on

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Finding a Therapist Who Can Help You Heal

How to get the most out of your therapy and counseling