The Personality Disorders Foundation was a 501c(3) not-for-profit organization created in late 1997 at the University of Connecticut Health Center to promote significant progress in the research and treatment of severe personality disorders, including Borderline, Dependent, Antisocial, Schizotypal, and Narcissistic Personality Disorders.
This summary of the personality disorders was produced by the former Personality Disorders Foundation and is based upon the American Psychiatric Association’s DSM IV. Additional separate sections on the ICD description of each individual personality disorder are also available from the submenu at the side of the page.
This summary of the impact of personality disorders was produced by the former Personality Disorders Foundation at the University of Connecticut.
Our material is not intended as a substitute for direct consultation with a qualified mental health professional. Please seek professional advice if you are experiencing any mental health concern.