Personality Disorders
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Personality disorders are long-lasting patterns of thinking, emotions, and behavior that differ from what is expected in a person's environment and that can cause difficulties in relationships or daily life.
How they show up: Each type has distinct traits, but they are usually reflected in the way a person relates to others, manages emotions, or reacts to everyday situations.
When to seek support? When these patterns cause significant distress or affect work, studies, or personal bonds.
Who supports this process? Psychiatry and clinical psychology are the areas that address these situations through assessment and support. If you recognize difficulties of this kind in yourself or in someone close to you, talking with a mental health professional is a good first step.
Data on 11,720 doctors who treat personality disorders
Which specialist treats personality disorders?
Personality disorders are treated by a psychiatrist, with support from a psychologist, psychoanalyst, or psychopedagogue; in adolescents, a child psychiatrist is the specialist to see, and a general practitioner can guide you initially. See a specialist if you notice a persistent pattern of thinking or behavior that affects your relationships.
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Doctors specialized in personality disorders
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Frequently asked questions
What is personality disorders?
Personality disorders are long-lasting patterns of thinking, emotions, and behavior that differ from what is expected in a person's environment and that can cause difficulties in relationships or daily life.
Which doctor treats personality disorders?
Personality disorders are treated by a psychiatrist, with support from a psychologist, psychoanalyst, or psychopedagogue; in adolescents, a child psychiatrist is the specialist to see, and a general practitioner can guide you initially. See a specialist if you notice a persistent pattern of thinking or behavior that affects your relationships.