Engelsk titel: Personality disorders - description, definition and diagnosis
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Författare:
Herlofson, Jörgen
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Ekselius, Lisa
Email: lisa.ekselius@neuro.uu.se
Språk: Swe
Antal referenser: 30
Dokumenttyp:
Översikt
UI-nummer: 17017213
Sammanfattning
Personality disorders are common, associated with a poor quality of life, functional limitations, worse health, and often remain undiagnosed. The aetiology is
complex, with the influence of both genetic and environmental factors. A person centred approach based on empathic understanding is important for the diagnostic
and therapeutic alliance. In case of conceivable comorbidity, the relative influence of all possible comorbid conditions shall be evaluated to avoid an excessive
number of comorbid diagnoses. A detailed and carefully taken history is crucial for a valid diagnosis and for assessment of severity.