With three years gone by since the publication of the DSM-5, researchers and clinicians have a renewed interest in righting past wrongs in the diagnostic classification of personality disorders. Some ...

Many of my clients seek therapy due to chronic relationship problems—whether it be with their parents, co-workers, family members, and/or partners. “They're driving me crazy!” “Is it them or me?" “Am ...

Marie-Eve (not her real name) doesn't know what to think anymore. After years of trying to make sense of her intense ...

The exact cause of personality disorders is unclear. However, genetics, neurological differences, and environmental factors may contribute to the development of these complex mental health conditions.

The theory of types of borderline personality disorder (BPD) is controversial. There is some debate over whether there are various types and what those types may be. BPD is a mental health condition ...

Hyperarousal plays an important role in mental disorders. It influences the severity of insomnia, depression, anxiety, ...

Bipolar disorder is a long-term mood disorder characterized by major fluctuations in mood — both high and low — that can impact daily functioning and behavior. Although bipolar disorder is a chronic ...

Detecting a child’s mental disorder can be difficult because many of the behaviors can also occur as part of normal development. As a result, some parents are hesitant to seek help. To help you ...