Personality Disorders

Personality Disorders: A Practical Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Systemic Healing offers readers a comprehensive exploration into the intricate landscape of personality disorders beyond established diagnostic manuals. The textbook evaluates the complexities of individual diagnoses while incorporating a systemic framework that contemplates the influence on and connection with surrounding individuals-be it family, friends, or colleagues.

The content of the book aligns with the American Psychiatric Association's DSM-5-TR classification, dividing the 10 personality disorders into three clusters, A, B, and C. Each disorder is examined through various lenses such as historical context, characteristics, diagnostic criteria, treatments, and the societal and ethical implications of living with a personality disorder. Each chapter features reflection prompts and case examples to enrich the learning experience.

Personality Disorders is ideal for courses and programs in counseling, psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, and psychiatry. The systemic approach and in-depth coverage make it an invaluable resource for those studying to enter the helping professions or professionals seeking tools for their practice.