Psychotherapy for patients with personality disorders focuses on helping them see the unconscious conflicts that are contributing to or causing their symptoms. It also helps people become more flexible and is aimed at reducing the behavior patterns that interfere with everyday living. In psychotherapy, people with personality disorders can better recognize the effects of their behavior on others. Behavior and cognitive therapies focus on resolving symptoms or traits that are characteristic of the disorder, such as the inability to make important life decisions or the inability to initiate relationships. The more you learn about personality disorders the more you will understand that they are illnesses, with causes and treatments.
People can improve with proper care.
By seeking out information you can recognize the signs and symptoms of a personality disorder and help someone live a healthier more fulfilling life.