Key Learning Points

1.

Personality disorders are generally

difficult to manage.

2.

People with personality disorders may

provoke strong emotional responses

from carers and staff.

3.

Personality disorders are lifelong

disorders which can take years to treat

effectively.

4.

The functional problems associated with

personality disorders may require

lifelong support in people with

intellectual disability.

5.

The dysfunction caused by a personality disorder is usually distressing to the person

themself.

6.

Personality disorders are associated with other forms of mental ill health.

7.

People with personality disorders require a thorough risk assessment when severely

distressed.