Katherine M. Helm is a licensed psychologist and Professor of Psychology and director of graduate programs in Psychology at Lewis University, USA.Kimberly S. Duris is Associate Professor in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program in the Department of Psychology at Lewis University, USA., and the director of training for the CMHC program's field placement courses. She is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and a certified alcohol and other drug abuse counselor (CADC).

• Series Foreword IntroductionEssential Questions1. Introduction 2. The History of Personality Disorders 3. Causes and Risk Factors 4. Signs and Symptoms 5. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management 6. Long-Term Prognosis and Potential Complications7. Effects on Family and Friends8. Prevention9. Issues and Controversies10. Current Research and Future Directions Scenarios.GlossaryDirectory of ResourcesIndex