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Dependent Personality Disorder Learning Center

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Welcome

Dependent personality disorder is a long-term (chronic) condition in which people depend too much on others to meet their emotional and physical needs.

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Symptoms
People with this disorder do not trust their own ability to make decisions. They may be devastated by separation and ...
Causes
Dependent personality disorder usually begins in childhood. However, the cause of this disorder is unknown. It is one...
Tests
A person with dependent personality disorder may: Have difficulty making decisions without reassurance from others; H...
Treatments
There is no specific treatment for this disorder. Psychotherapy may be useful in gradually helping the person make mo...
Complications
Depression; Alcohol or drug abuse; May be susceptible to physical, emotional, or sexual abuse.
Prevention
There is no known prevention strategy for dependent personality disorder. However, some tactics that can promote heal...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider or a mental health professional if you or your adolescent has ...

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