The issue of domestic abuse is a grave issue. According to a report by the American Psychiatric Association about 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men within the boundaries of the United States have sensed or lived through a traumatic experience. Violence in the physical form, and even stalking is seen in spouses or intimate partners. The psychological effects can be horrible for victims. About 20 percent of whom survive the ordeal will eventually develop a mental disorder.
Reports state that people with certain types of personality disorders like borderline personality disorder, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, and narcissistic personality have higher risk to committing domestic violence. Someone with an abusive disorder such as narcissistic personality disorder may not be willing to seek help for their abusive behaviors. However, treatment could help the individual realize their toxic way of being and develop healthy “coping patterns to manage them”. Although, people should not condone violence personality disorders are complex forms “of mental illness that affect both” sexes. People suffering from mental health conditions have and feel intense emotions.
When people with mental disorders experience intense anger, they will feel incapable of controlling their feelings. Violence is one manifestation. Individuals who are diagnosed with “Axis II personality disorders” show symptoms during childhood. Also, it’s not that unfamiliar that people diagnosed with personality disorders to have been victims of violence during their childhood, adolescence or adulthood. Professionals look for symptoms. A history of social difficulties is a clue to figuring out whether or not this person has a mental disorder or not.
People who have an abusive personality disorder may have traits. These traits are: Sensitivity to rejection, poor social skill, high levels of dependence, controlling behavior, rage, and mental as well as physical abuse. It’s not surprising that an abusive personality disorder will commit some sort of abuse towards their marriage mate or intimate partner. These types of behaviors make a relationship fall. Not to mention that in many cases that the one’s life being victimized is in jeopardy.
A person whose committed acts of violence may want to consider whether their behaviors are part of a personality disorder. Sometimes, treatment can help. Professionals can make a diagnosis and then treatment that benefits the individual. Treatment can be medication or therapy. Along with treatment, people can learn how to manage their mental condition.