Category: PERSONALITY TRAITS

Personality disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by enduring patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience that deviate markedly from the expectations of the individual’s culture. These patterns are pervasive, inflexible, and typically lead to significant distress or impairment in various areas of functioning, such as relationships, work, and personal well-being. There are several types of personality disorders, each with its own distinct features. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) outlines the following clusters of personality disorders:

Q & A – What is it called when people accuse you of what they are actually doing

The psychological phenomenon you are referring to is called “projection”. Projection occurs when an individual unconsciously ascribes their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or behaviors onto another person, often without realizing that they are doing so. For example, if someone is feeling jealous of their partner, they may accuse their partner of being unfaithful, even if… Read More Q & A – What is it called when people accuse you of what they are actually doing

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I DON’T NEED A THERAPIST

Are you the adult survivor of emotional child abuse? The effects of childhood abuse on adults are… Post-traumatic stress disorder Cognitive distortions (e.g., “highly fearful and overestimate danger and adversity in your current environment”) Emotional distress (e.g., depression, anxiety, and anger) Anxiety, disorders, panic disorders, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive order Chronic irritability, rage, and difficulties expressing anger constructively… Read More I DON’T NEED A THERAPIST

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