Conditions We Treat

Personality Disorders

Personality disorders are long-term patterns of behavior and inner experiences that differ significantly from what is expected. These patterns develop in adolescence or early adulthood and cause distress or problems in functioning. The most commonly treated include borderline personality disorder (BPD), characterized by unstable relationships and emotions, and others affecting how people perceive themselves and relate to others.

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Signs & Symptoms

Recognizing the symptoms is the first step toward getting help. Common signs of personality disorders include:

Unstable or fragile sense of self
Intense, unstable relationships
Fear of abandonment (real or imagined)
Impulsive, risky behaviors
Chronic feelings of emptiness
Intense anger or difficulty controlling anger
Paranoid thoughts under stress
Self-harm or suicidal behaviors
Rapid mood swings
Difficulty trusting others

Causes & Risk Factors

Understanding what contributes to personality disorders can help in treatment and prevention:

  • Childhood trauma or abuse
  • Neglect or unstable early attachments
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Brain structure and function differences
  • Environmental factors during development

Treatment Options

Effective treatment is available. At Oasis Health Services, we may use one or more of these evidence-based approaches:

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT)
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Schema-Focused Therapy
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Transference-Focused Psychotherapy
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Medications for specific symptoms
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Group therapy skills training
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Family therapy and education

When to Seek Urgent Help

Consider reaching out to a mental health professional if you experience:

  • Relationship patterns causing significant problems
  • Chronic feelings of emptiness or identity confusion
  • Self-destructive behaviors or self-harm
  • Intense emotional reactions affecting daily life
  • Difficulty maintaining employment or housing

Frequently Asked Questions

Take the First Step Toward Healing

You don't have to face personality disorders alone. Our compassionate team is here to help you find relief and build a path to better mental health.

Experiencing a Mental Health Crisis?

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. For crisis support, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.