https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o en-us 2019-10-04 18:51:30 UTC 2019-10-11 18:08:16 UTC hello@padlet.com llesiowski92 https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/393752084 Schizoid personality disorder is a Cluster A (odd/eccentric) personality disorder characterized by a lack of interest in social relationships, a tendency towards a solitary or sheltered lifestyle, secretiveness, emotional coldness, detachment, and apathy.]]> 2019-10-04 18:54:19 UTC https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/393752084 llesiowski92 https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/393752699 WHO - F60 Specific personality disorders https://www.who.int/classifications/icd/en/GRNBOOK.pdf
WHO - ICD 10 Classification of Mental and Behavioural Disorders
https://www.who.int/classifications/icd/en/bluebook.pdf
Mayo Clinic - Schizoid Personality Disorder
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/schizoid-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20354414?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=abstract&utm_content=Schizoid-personality-disorder&utm_campaign=Knowledge-panel]]> 2019-10-04 18:55:30 UTC https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/393752699 llesiowski92 https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/393758680 Schizoid personality disorder is sometimes characterized by  stilted speech (overly specific, analytical, formal, type of speech), a lack of deriving enjoyment from most, if not all, activities, and a rich fantasy or imaginary world.

Unlike Schizophrenia, Schizoid affected people still maintain a connection to reality, and people affected don't normally experience paranoia or hallucinations, and are coherent when they speak, even if they do come off as cold or unemotional.]]> 2019-10-04 19:07:33 UTC https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/393758680 llesiowski92 https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/394662514 Some contributing factors could be; Having a parent that was neglectful or unresponsive to emotional needs as a child. Parents or relatives affected with Schizophrenia.

However most of the causes are unknown as of yet and can be either genetic or emotional, however many risk factors have been found to be similar to Schizophrenia's risk factors.]]> 2019-10-07 18:47:40 UTC https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/394662514 llesiowski92 https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/394672128 Treatment for those with Schizoid Personality Disorder can be difficult because those with the disorder probably won't seek treatment for the disorder, and because it may be hard to form a lasting relationship with a therapist. The isolating nature of the disorder also can make it harder to find support and assistance. Medications may be used to treat some of the symptoms, but can't be used for the disorder itself.
Unfortunately the disorder is chronic and lifelong, although some types of treatment can lead to a functional life for the affected.]]> 2019-10-07 19:04:11 UTC https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/394672128 llesiowski92 https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/394678589 In order to be diagnosed, the patient must fit at least 4 of these symptoms, as defined in DSM-5

1. Lack of desire or enjoyment for close personal relationships
2. Always chooses solitary activities
3. Experiences little pleasure from activities
4. No close friends other than immediate family
5. Indifference to criticism or praise
6. Emotional detachment and lack of emotional expression

]]> 2019-10-07 19:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/394678589 llesiowski92 https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/395250043 About 1-2% of the population suffers from this disorder.]]> 2019-10-08 18:47:41 UTC https://padlet.com/llesiowski92/matg7clzim8o/wish/395250043