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Cluster B Personality Disorder[edit]
Cluster B personality disorders are a categorization of personality disorders as defined in the DSM-IV and DSM-5. Also, characterized as overly emotional or unpredictable thinking or behavior and interactions with others. Cluster B personality disorders are characterized by dramatic, overly emotional or unpredictable thinking or behavior and interactions with others. They include antisocial personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, histrionic personality disorder and narcissistic personality disorder.
Signs and Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of this personality disorder can be spotted. Most of all, the sign and symptoms can be categorized into groups for most of the different types of personality disorders. Personality is the combination of thoughts, emotions and behaviors that makes you unique. It's the way you view, understand and relate to the outside world, as well as how you see yourself. Experiencing the symptoms of a personality disorder may cause a person to behave in ways that are distressing for them and others. Meaning, depending upon ones environment, based on their genetics, or how their personality is developed through childhood. Better understanding cluster b personality disorder can help a person seek treatment before it gets worse.
Causes and Risk Factors[edit]
Personality disorders are likely caused by a combination of genetics and environmental factors. In a study, information found a strong correlation between borderline personality disorder and history of sexual trauma. Research has found a significant link between cluster B personality disorders and family history as well. Having a parent or sibling with a personality disorder increases your risk for developing the disorder. Furthermore, this research proves that family history plays a huge role in one parent, sibling, or relative obtaining the disorder.
Treatment and Medications[edit]
Treatment will likely involve various methods and require commitment on your part. Your doctor may recommend trying new things during the course of your treatment. And you may need to continue meeting with your doctor long term, even after your symptoms have improved. There are no medications approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of personality disorders. Some medications may be helpful when used by your prescriber to manage some symptoms or to treat co-occurring psychiatric or mental health disorders. Commonly used medications include:
- mood stabilizers
- antidepressants
- antipsychotics
- antianxiety medication
Talk to your doctor about potential side effects, and let them know if your symptoms aren’t improving or are getting worse. You should also avoid using drugs or alcohol while taking these medications as they can increase your risk for side effects.
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"Personality disorders - Symptoms and causes". Mayo Clinic. Retrieved 2019-10-22.
- ^ "Cluster B Personality Disorders: Traits, Treatment, and More". Healthline. Retrieved 2019-10-22.
- ^ "Cluster B personality disorders: Types and symptoms". Medical News Today. Retrieved 2019-10-22.