5 most misunderstood personality disorders

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A personality disorder is a type of mental disorder in which you have a rigid and unhealthy pattern of thinking, functioning and behaving.

A person with a personality disorder has trouble perceiving and relating to situations and people.

This causes significant problems and limitations in relationships, social activities, work and school.

Personality disorders come in many different forms.

Unfortunately, these conditions carry an unfortunate amount of stigma with them and are highly misunderstood with many false beliefs surrounding them.

To get a better look into what personality disorders are, we’ll be exploring the five most misunderstood personality disorders.

Disclaimer: This video is for informative purposes only. It is not intended to treat or diagnose any conditions. Please reach out to a mental health professional if you are struggling.

Also, this video is not made to attack anyone who may display these signs or anyone diagnosed with any personality disorders, but rather to understand them and bring more awareness to the topic!

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