Dependent Personality Disorder
- Excessive dependence on others
- Feeling the need to be taken care of
- Submissive or clingy behaviour towards others
- Low self-esteem or self-confidence
- Requiring excessive advice or reassurance from others
- Difficulty starting projects on your own
- Difficulty disagreeing with others
- Fear of criticism or disapproval
- Tolerance of poor or abusive treatment when other options are available
- Needing to start a new relationship when one ends
- Fear of rejection or abandonment
- Avoidance of personal responsibility
- Difficulty being alone
How is dependent personality disorder treated?
Psychotherapy can aid individuals in exploring past relationships that may have fostered dependent behaviour. Additionally,
cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can help individuals to question their thoughts regarding dependence and their abilities.
If you or someone you know is struggling with dependent personality disorder,
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