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PERSONALITY DISORDERS CONTROVERSYControversies Associated with Personality DisorderFrom the onset, it would be prudent to note that as per the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual on Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), personality disorders could be defined as an enduring pattern of inner experience and behavior that deviates markedly from the expectations of the individuals culture (National Institute of Mental Health NIMH, 2017). There are various personality disorders recognized under the DSM-5 Manual. These are inclusive of, but they are not limited to; schizoid personality disorder, paranoid personality disorder, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, avoidant personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, etc. It would be prudent to note that a significant number of persons are at some point diagnosed with a personality disorder. Over time, various diagnostic mechanisms have been suggested and treatment approaches formulated. However, there are various controversial elements that have in the past emerged in relation to not only the diagnosis, but also the treatment of personality disorders. This text explores the said issues. In so doing, it will largely focus on narcissistic personality disorder.Narcissistic personality disorder happens to be a condition whereby a person has what could be described as an unrealistic and largely inflated perception of self-relevance. To begin with, there are those who argue that the diagnostic definitions of this particular disorder does not capture the true nature and essence of the disease. For instance, according to Ronningstam (2016), the diagnostic meaning assigned to narcissistic personality disorder does not focus on the internal as well as underlying struggles of the patient as it should. Instead, the author is of the opinion that the said definition is largely inclined towards what could be deemed attitudes and behaviors meant to secure clinicians attention. As a consequence, Ronningstam (2016) further observes that diagnosis for narcissistic personality disorder has taken a less informative and judgmental perspective. There are also those who are of the opinion that the diagnosis and treatment of the disorder fails to take into account…
…could derail the therapeutic engagement.One ethical/legal consideration that I would bring to my practice is confidentiality. Confidentiality happens to be crucial so as to ensure that the client develops meaningful level of trust necessary for a therapeutic engagement of this nature. Confidentiality is also crucial in this case owing to the need to protect the client from ridicule and/or adverse outcomes at the workplace if his condition is disclosed. However, confidentiality does have its limits. For instance, if a person with narcissist tendencies is concerned that their glory is being stolen by someone else, and they indicate an intention to harm the said person, then disclosure to the relevant third parties could be made. There is also the issue of autonomy. This is more so the case given that the client could in this case refuse some of the treatment strategies suggested. The client would be within their right to deny any intervention proposed. I would resolve such an issue by actively engaging the client so as…
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32) The overall diagnostic and symptomatic patterns described by these points indicate that BPD is a serious disorder and is "...classified as a major personality disorder involving dramatic, emotional, or erratic behavior; intense, unstable moods and relationships; chronic anger; and substance abuse." (Boucher, 1999, p. 33) There are a number of criteria which, in line with DSM-IV, are used to identify and characterize this disorder. The first of these criteria refers
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A lack of consistency in punishment may lead the child to believe that punishment is random and it may become unclear which behaviors are acceptable or unacceptable. A childhood of abuse and neglect are a key contributing factor in many cases. Everyone involved in a child's life may be a factor in preventing or promoting the development of antisocial behavior (Mayo Foundation, 2006). Consistency in punishment and reward, as
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Antisocial Personality Disorder preoccupied scientists since the early nineteenth century. People who would be diagnosed today, according to the APA Diagnostic and Statistic Manual of Mental Disorders, as having Antisocial Personality Disorder were considered in the early stages of psychiatry and then later by psychology as: sociopaths, psychopaths, lunatics etc. According to the American Psychological Association Manual, the Antisocial Personality Disorder is "a pervasive pattern of disregard for, and violation
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Bipolar psychiatric disorder (BD) -- which is characterized by "…cycles of depression and mania" -- is a "euphoric, high-energy state" that can produce remarkable bursts of creativity or, on the other hand, can produce erratic behavioral events that are risky and provocative (Gardner, 2011). About 2.4% of the world's population has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder (at one time or another in their lifetime) but the rate in the United
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Swanson, Ph.D., University of California, Irvine, CA 92715
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S., experts estimate the genuine number of incidents of abuse and neglect ranges three times higher than reported. (National Child Abuse Statistics, 2006) in light of these critical contemporary concerns for youth, this researcher chose to document the application of Object Relation, Attachment Theories, and Self-Psychology to clinical practice, specifically focusing on a patient who experienced abuse when a child. Consequently, this researcher contends this clinical case study dissertation proves