Personality is the characteristics and tendencies that determine the changes in an individual's psychological reactions such as thinking, feeling and acting (Brerns, 1999; cited in Taymur & Türkçapar, 2012). It can be defined as a general pattern of our reactions in our relationships with people, our communication and the way we present ourselves. Taymur and Türkçapar, 2012). Since the person exhibits conservative invariant behaviors in his perception of his relationship with the environment and his own self, the person does not react in harmony with the events experienced, it is seen that the person generally gives similar reactions to all kinds of events (Gençtan, 1997). Let's examine personality disorders. Paranoid Personality Disorder
People with paranoid personality disorder constantly interpret other people's behaviors as malicious (Köroğlu, 2010). Although the person does not have a valid reason, he suspects situations such as being deceived, used, harmed, exploited at an intensity that will disrupt the function of his daily life. They try to explain the suspected situation to other people with their own logic.
Now let's talk about the behavior of people with paranoid personality disorder. The basis of paranoid personality disorder is a feeling of insecurity. This feeling of insecurity and doubt also shapes the communication of individuals with other people around them. For this reason, they try to be self-sufficient by displaying a serious, distant and cold attitude. They are always on the alert, and they choose a defensive way to express their doubts. They show complacent, stubborn and aggressive behavior. They are individuals who are sensitive to criticism, controlling, and reluctant to reveal themselves.
According to these individuals, other people are bad people who exhibit wrong and negative behaviors, while they are correct and decent people (Köroğlu, 2010).
How should we approach individuals with this personality disorder? Individuals with paranoid personality disorder should be approached with an honest and honest expression and a determined attitude should be displayed. When an ambiguous approach is taken, the doubts of the individual with paranoid personality disorder may increase. Thus, he may choose an insecure and aggressive attitude again. Approaching with a natural and open attitude is the most beneficial way.
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Individuals with antisocial personality disorder engage in repetitive behaviors that ignore others without caring about anyone's rights (Köroğlu, 2010). These people's ability to tolerate obstacles and maintain social relations is low, their empathy and control skills are not developed, but their irresponsible behavior levels are high (Gelder, Gath, & Richard, 1994; cited in Kendi, Bogenç, Bilge, Acar, & Tunalı, 1998). In order for an individual to be diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder, the person must have shown behaviors such as lying, running away from home, getting involved in fights, stealing before the age of 18 and before the age of 15, which can be considered as symptoms of this disorder (Köroğlu, 2010). That is, pathological features are established in childhood, are stable and continue to mature.
When we examine the behavior of people with antisocial personality disorder, we see that impulsivity is at the forefront. They have difficulty in controlling their anger and engage in aggressive behaviors such as repeated arguments and fights. They exhibit manipulative behaviors. They are in a general state of irresponsibility. Their consciences are not developed. They have arrogant behaviors and self-confident attitudes.
These individuals are more likely to spend years in prison because of their irresponsible behavior, disregard other people, and therefore act in a way that predisposes them to be arrested. They are people who tend to die.
How should we approach these individuals? Since individuals with antisocial personality disorder are more likely to put other people at risk, approach the person with a judgmental attitude. should not. Sharps can be removed to prevent the person from injuring himself. Since the majority of people with this personality disorder will not accept treatment, it is important that their relatives think about their mental health and seek support from a specialist.
Histrionic Personality Disorder
Individuals with histrionic personality disorder are in a continuous behavior pattern with excessive emotionality and intense pursuit of attention. The emotional attitudes they often display to people are as if they are acting and leaving positive effects on others is their most important goal (Köroğlu, 2010). Considering that the disorder derives its name from the Latin word 'histrio', meaning 'player', the behavior of individuals with this disorder can be better understood.
How do individuals who are eligible for the diagnosis of histrionic personality disorder behave in their daily lives? They have features such as exaggerated emotional expressions, facial expressions, and sudden emotional changes. While taking care of appearance is a situation that every person cares about, individuals with histrionic personality disorder differ from other individuals in the point of spending extra effort to make their external appearance very attractive. They have a seductive and seductive attitude, as their aim is to draw attention to themselves. But they cannot sustain these first impressions. As soon as these people realize that they are not the center of attention, they feel uncomfortable and constantly complain of indifference. Their emotions generally remain superficial. Since their only goal is to act according to what others think and feel, they are people who do not really know themselves. We can also think that this situation causes them to continue their lives dependent on other people.
It can also be said that the friendship relations of individuals with histrionic personality disorder are impaired due to their obsession with being the center of attention and seeing their fellows as danger.
How should we approach individuals with histrionic personality disorder? First of all, the approach to these individuals is judgmental or sarcastic. should not be in the way. Since they act according to the opinions of others, these individuals should be directed to themselves and they should be allowed to express themselves. Spaces can be created where he can express his feelings more clearly. It should be emphasized that the focal points should be themselves, not others.
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