Home > Medical Reference > Encyclopedia (English)Toggle: English / SpanishServices at Maryland GeneralA complete list of inpatient and outpatient healthcare services at MGH.Personality disorders - OverviewDefinition of Personality disorders:Personality disorders are a group of psychiatric conditions in which chronic behavior patterns cause serious problems with relationships and work. Causes, incidence, and risk factors:The exact cause of personality disorders is unknown. However, many genetic and environmental factors are thought to play a role. Mental health professionals categorize these disorders into the following types:
ReferencesMoore DP, Jefferson JW, eds. Handbook of Medical Psychiatry. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2004: chaps 134-143. Related ArticlesThe information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Call 911 for all medical emergencies. Links to other sites are provided for information only -- they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. © 1997- A.D.A.M., Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited. |
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