Family History Of Personality Disorders - 757 Words

†¢ DEFINITION- Condition where the client disregards others feelings and behaves upon impulse to benefit themselves, without remorse for emotion/physical damages down to others. †¢ POSSIBLE CAUSE- According to Mayo Clinic: Cause is not yet identified. It is believed: †¢Brain damage may induce this disorder †¢Genetics may influence susceptibility †¢ RISK FACTORS- Childhood abuse or neglect Family history of personality disorders Diagnosis of other personality disorders †¢ SIGNS/SYMPTOMS- According to Mayo Clinic: Blatant neglect of rules authority Habitually lying and deceiving others Similar symptoms to narcissistic personality disorder Arrogance Criminal behavior Impulsive behavior Hostility when confronted about behavior Abusive relationships Financially irresponsible substance abuse Manipulating others for self-benefit †¢ TREATMENT- Most people with this disorder do not seek medical attention, but are confronted with intervention therapy when it becomes dangerous. ïÆ'Ëœ Therapy- Talk therapy- to manage anger and violence , treatment for substance abuse, and treatment for other mental health conditions. ïÆ'Ëœ Medication- There has not been any approved medications for this disorder, the patient may be prescribed medication to treat stemming disorders like ADHD, or anxiety. 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