Supporting someone who has a diagnosis of "personality disorder".

Supporting a loved one who has a mental health condition can be extremely difficult at times. If your friend or family member has been diagnosed with a "personality disorder" we hope that you will find the information below useful.

Personality Disorder

What is a personality disorder?

What can you do?

A 5 Step approach to supporting others who are experiencing emotional distress

Self-help Resources

Taking care of yourself whilst supporting others - You can't pour from an empty cup!

Please remember if you are struggling with your own mental or physical health & well-being please consult your own GP for further support and advice.

Mental Health & Well-being Resources

From Highland Community Planning Partnership

If you have a friend or family member who has been referred to a treatment called Dialectical Behaviour Therapy DBT, you can find more information about the DBT programme here...

DBT programme & Skills Modules

Resources for those in a caring role...

Support for unpaid carers

Connecting Carers Highland

Mind - friends and family support

Scottish Government Carer Support