Skip to main content

Free US delivery on orders $35 or over

Personality Disorders

Elements, History, Examples, and Research

Personality Disorders cover

Personality Disorders

Elements, History, Examples, and Research

Quantity
Pre-order. Available Feb 05 2026
$44.99 RRP $49.99 Website price saving $5.00 (10%)

Payment for this pre-order will be taken when the item becomes available

Description

This sourcebook offers a systematic and accessible introduction to ten recognized personality disorders. Each chapter presents a comprehensive and in-depth picture of a particular disorder and its impact not only on those who suffer from it but also on family, friends, and colleagues as well as the community at large.

Each chapter focuses on a specific disorder in depth, exploring important parameters such as symptoms, diagnosis, incidence, history, development, causes, effects, and costs. Relevant case studies and “Up Close” sections illustrate how the disorder may manifest in different environments, shedding light on how the disorder can influence a person's interactions within society, at work, and in personal relationships.
The book also delves into current research and theoretical frameworks, offering readers a well-rounded understanding of each disorder. Every chapter closes with a discussion of various treatment approaches and references for further reading.
The Health and Psychology Sourcebooks series is ideal for undergraduate students, practitioners, and general readers interested in learning more about these conditions.

Table of Contents

Series Foreword
Introduction
1 Antisocial Personality Disorder
2 Avoidant Personality Disorder
3 Borderline Personality Disorder
4 Dependent Personality Disorder
5 Histrionic Personality Disorder
6 Narcissistic Personality Disorder
7 Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder
8 Paranoid Personality Disorder
9 Schizoid Personality Disorder
10 Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Glossary
Resources
Index
About the Author

Product details

Bloomsbury Academic Test
Published Feb 05 2026
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 256
ISBN 9798765151198
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Dimensions 9 x 6 inches
Series Health and Psychology Sourcebooks
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

Author

Vera Sonja Maass

Vera Sonja Maass, PhD, is a licensed clinical psyc…

ONLINE RESOURCES

Bloomsbury Collections

This book is available on Bloomsbury Collections where your library has access.

Related Titles

Environment: Staging