The antisocial personality disorder is the worst for those around a person. Antisocial personality disorder, commonly referred to as psychopathy and sociopathy. It not only seriously impairs the functioning of the person who has it, it harms people with whom they interact.

What is the most severe personality disorder?

The odd/eccentric cluster includes people with paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal personalities. These are the most severe types of personality disorders.

Is bpd one of the worst personality disorder?

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is one of the most damaging mental illnesses. By itself, this severe mental illness accounts for up to 10 percent of patients in psychiatric care and 20 percent of those who have to be hospitalized.

Which personality disorders get worse with age?

Personality disorders that are susceptible to worsening with age include paranoid, schizoid, schizotypal, obsessive compul- sive, borderline, histrionic, narcissistic, avoidant, and dependent, Dr. Rosowsky said at a conference sponsored by the American Society on Aging.

Do personality disorders improve with age?

Oct. 7, 2004 -- There is new evidence that the symptoms of personality disorder dont remain stagnant but actually wax and wane over time. It also turns out some personality disorders may also be more treatable than previously thought, researchers say.