Personality Disorder Info & Help

Welcome to: Do I have a Personality Disorder - and How Can I Tell Anyway?

Book Design by: Julian Webb & The Disorderlies

Illustrations by: Julian Webb & The Disorderlies

ISBN: 9798865181729

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Preface - Our Philosophy

The SA3 System: A Pathway to Self-Discovery and Recovery, by Acknowledging, Identifying & Addressing Your “FAWS”

Foreword

Introduction

Ok, So Who’s “Normal” and Who’s Not?

The Pro’s and No’s and Go’s and Whoa’s of Self-Diagnosis or More Accurately: Self-Analysis

Part I: Self Analysis:3 Different Paths to Identify What P.D. You Might Have

Symptoms Grouped by Behaviour and therefore likely disorder - The “Thumbnail” look

Personality Disorders Defined: No Frills clinical Definitions - A More In-Depth Look

The SA3 Method Questionnaire: New Method Having Huge Success

Part II: The Strengths and Weaknesses of Personality Disorders: It’s Not All Bad, Matter of Fact...

Realizing & Using Those Strengths and Weaknesses

The Silver Lining: Now Let’s Harness the Strengths

The Dark Clouds: Recognizing and Acknowledging the Fears, Anxieties, Weaknesses & Struggles (FAWS)

Part III: How to Handle & Overcome All 32 “FAWS” (Fears, Anxieties, Weaknesses & Struggles)

Mastering Communication Skills: Strategies to Overcome the Challenge of Expressing Yourself Clearly and Understanding Others

Overcoming the Challenge of Decision Making Under Pressure: Strategies for Personal Growth

Mastering Conflict Resolution: Strategies to Overcome Avoidance and Improve Effectiveness

Mastering the Art of Patience: Strategies to Overcome Impatience and Frustration

Overcoming Perfectionism: Balancing Excellence and Progress

Overcoming the Struggle with Delegation: Embracing Trust and Empowerment

Overcoming Procrastination: Strategies to Tackle Last-Minute Task Avoidance

................................. and all the rest of the 32 "FAWS" are covered

Part IV: Self Help and Knowing Where to Find It

“Current Medical Model” Solutions, and Complimentary or “At Home” DIY solutions, including the new ICR Method

Traditional Current Medical Model Therapies for Personality Disorders

Now those “up close and personal” accounts of the various therapies in action

DIY Medical Model Therapy Suggestions

Complementary Therapies: Supporting the Medical Model

Embracing Mindfulness: Being Present in the Moment

The Ever Popular “STOP - 3 Method” for PD Sufferers

The ICR Method: A Quick Path to “Owning” Any Situation

Implementing the ICR Method: A Step-by-Step Guide

My Own DIY ICR ‘System” - It Works For Me

The “Me-Here-Now” Reference: To Save You Getting Lost

Part V: Moving Forward - What’s Next, What Now

Remember Your Motto: "I'm a Disorderly and proud of it!"

“The Website” - Your Go-To Source of Information & Updates

The Intersection Between Personality and Mood Disorders

Conclusion: Remember to Throw Open the Windows and Get Some Fresh Air Once in a While