Schizotypal Personality Disorder is characterised by severe social and interpersonal deficits. Individuals with this disorder display significant discomfort with, and reduced capacity for, close relationships. They often exhibit cognitive or perceptual distortions and eccentric behaviour. Diagnostic Criteria: Pervasive Pattern of …
Schizophrenia: A chronic and severe mental disorder affecting how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. People with schizophrenia may seem like they have lost touch with reality, which can be distressing for them and for those around them. Symptoms include …
The DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition) is a comprehensive manual used by healthcare professionals for the diagnosis of mental disorders. It covers a wide range of conditions. Here’s an overview of the categories of disorders …
Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD) is a mental health condition characterised by a pervasive distrust and suspicion of others. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), individuals with this disorder often interpret the motives of …