Personality Disorders Support Group

Personality disorders form a class of mental disorders that are characterized by long-lasting rigid patterns of thought and behaviour. Personality disorders are seen by the American Psychiatric Association as an enduring pattern of inner experience and behavior that deviates markedly from the expectations of the culture of the individual who exhibits it.

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Needhelp 08/28/2016

I really need help.to control my lying. I am new to this site and this area was the closest thing I found to what I'm looking for. I haven't been diagnosed, but I'm fairly sure I'm a compulsive liar and possibly have a more severe diagnosis. This is ruining all my relationships and I'm pretty sure I've hit rock bottom. Or at least very very close to it. Not sure what to do and I'm trying to save my relationship with my boyfriend. Anything helps. Thanks.

3scram 09/01/2016

I have avoidant personality disorder. I don't know much about the other personality disorders but you can read them here if you want to;
https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/hide-and-seek/201205/the-10-personality-disorders

Oryleese 09/10/2016

First let me congratulate you on the desire to change. That is a big step! In order to change your behavior you need to look at why you do the behavior. What do get out of this activity? Is there a thrill or power knowing you were able to get one over on someone? Once you determine the drive behind untruthfulness you will be able to replace it with something else.

Also if you catch yourself doing it, stop immediately and look at the person you are talking to, tell them "no, that is not the truth, I'm striving for better, here is the truth..." You will be amazed how people will respond when you call yourself out and hold yourself accountable.

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