Some people that suffer from a personality disorder seem to live normal lives, others are social outcasts. You see, many people view personality traits that are outside of the norm as belonging to those who suffer from psychosis, but this is far from the case.

Personality disorders can affect work, family, relationships and social life. These disorders may also cause the sufferer to hurt themselves or others.

Some of the most prevalent disorders include paranoid personality disorder in which the sufferer feels like everyone is out to scheme against him or her; schizoid personality disorder in which the victim isolates himself or herself; schizotypal personality disorder in which the sufferer seems odd or eccentric; antisocial personality disorder in which the sufferer does not recognize the boundaries and limits of society; borderline personality disorder in which the victim suffers from intense emotions; histrionic personality disorder in which the person has to be the center of attention; narcissistic personality disorder in which the sufferer is totally absorbed in themselves; and avoidant personality disorder in which the sufferer will avoid situations and people out of fear of rejection or ridicule.

All of these types of personality disorders manifest themselves in thoughts, actions and personality quirks that are believed to be overly dramatic or unacceptable by society’s standards.

Treatment for these personality disorders vary from case to case but often involves a combination of prescribed medications and cognitive therapy. While there is no cure for these types of disorders, some of the symptoms can become less severe with continued treatment.