Moneycontrol News | April 17, 2024 | Images: Canva
Borderline Personality Disorder: BPD is characterised by unstable relationships, self-image, and emotions. Individuals with BPD often experience intense mood swings, fear of abandonment, and impulsivity
They may engage in risky behaviours, struggle with self-harm, and have difficulty regulating their emotions. Relationship instability and a pattern of idealisation and devaluation are also common features
Narcissistic Personality Disorder: This one is an exaggerated sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy. They often have grandiose fantasies, believe they are special and unique, and require excessive admiration
They exploit others to achieve their goals, struggle with criticism or rejection, and have difficulty maintaining healthy relationships due to their self-centeredness
Antisocial Personality Disorder: Such people disregard the rights of others and have no empathy or remorse. They engage in deceitful or manipulative behaviour, show little regard for safety or social norms, and have a history of disciplinary problems
They may be impulsive, prone to aggression, and exhibit a pervasive pattern of irresponsibility and disregard for consequences
Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder: It is marked by a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control. Unlike OCD, where individuals experience intrusive thoughts and engage in repetitive behaviours, OCPD focuses on rigid adherence to rules and routines
Individuals with OCPD struggle with flexibility, have difficulty delegating, and insist on doing things their way. They are also be overly focused on details and struggle to complete tasks due to perfectionistic tendencies
Avoidant Personality Disorder (AvPD): It is characterised by extreme shyness, feelings of inadequacy, and a fear of rejection, criticism. Individuals with AvPD avoid social activities that involve interpersonal contact, fearing embarrassment or ridicule
They may be overly sensitive to negative evaluation, have few close relationships, and experience intense loneliness. Despite their desire for connection, fear of rejection often keeps them from forming meaningful bonds