Personality disorder programme No longer a diagnosis of exclusion

Personality disorders manifest themselves in a variety of ways and there is also debate about the extent to which these conditions can be treated. In the December 2010 issue of Mental Health Review Journal, Lord Adebowale (CEO of Turning Point UK) debates the definition of personality disorder and considers the stigma that this diagnosis can attach to individuals.

A new approach to the treatment of people with personality disorders is proposed, using the person-centred approach and placing the individual at the centre of services.
With regards to personality disorder, this person-centred approach is able to treat the condition as well as addressing the negative effects of how it manifests itself.

To read the whole article either follow this link – http://www.pierprofessional.com/mhrjflyer/thankyou.html or open the pdf Mental Health Review December 2010.