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.

Lizzie Duszynski-Goodman is a journalist living in the Midwest with her husband and two young children. Her work explores the intersection of mental health, wellness and parenting. She is the former ...

Many of my clients seek therapy due to chronic relationship problems—whether it be with their parents, co-workers, family members, and/or partners. “They're driving me crazy!” “Is it them or me?" “Am ...

There is no cure for antisocial personality disorder (ASPD). Doctors typically recommend a combination of medicines and psychotherapy to help manage harmful thoughts and behaviors. ASPD is a mental ...

Everyone has trouble managing their emotions from time to time, but for the 1.4 percent of people who suffer from borderline personality disorder (BPD), these feelings can devolve into a debilitating ...

A new study by a research team at Université de Montréal highlights a critical lack of knowledge about the cognitive profiles ...

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

Mental health disorders come in many forms and affect thoughts, emotions and behaviors in complex ways. Conditions like anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder are among the most frequently diagnosed ...

A commenter who described the devastating scenario from the perspective of the object of obsession said, “It’s like living ...

HAMBURG — What is “normal” and what isn’t? This question is constantly being renegotiated in psychology. And sometimes, the boundaries shift, as they are now. What is considered a personality disorder ...

Lindsay Modglin is a nurse and professional writer who regularly writes about complex medical topics, as well as travel and the great outdoors. She holds a professional certificate in scientific ...