The behavioral and emotional symptoms related to personality disorders are oftentimes misunderstood. The course will provide an overview of the most common personality disorders as outlined in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM 5). This course will also provide options for effective evidence-based approaches and tools that can help to reframe problematic thinking, address ineffective behavioral patterns and achieve emotional stability.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the signs of stigma and discrimination towards mental health and apply strategies to reduce the perpetuation of such behaviors.
• Describe the various types of personality disorders and their associated symptoms.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that increase the risk of developing a personality disorder.
•  Examine and apply some of the evidence-based skills and tools to address behaviors associated with personality disorders.