Inside Mental Health What is Schizoid Personality Disorder?
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Sep 3, 2020 Psychologist Elinor Greenberg, with over 40 years of experience and author of key works on personality disorders, dives deep into schizoid personality disorder. She clarifies common misconceptions, differentiating it from schizophrenia. The discussion highlights the internal struggles faced by individuals, shaped by childhood neglect, and their unique coping strategies in social settings. Greenberg also addresses the impact of technology on social skills and emphasizes the importance of therapy for personal growth and emotional connections.
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Personality Disorder Origins
- Personality disorders arise from childhood adaptations to family dynamics.
- These adaptations, while helpful in childhood, can become maladaptive in adulthood.
Hidden Struggles of SPD
- Schizoid personality disorder often goes unnoticed as individuals appear functional.
- Internal struggles, like feeling used and unsafe, characterize this disorder.
The Blanket Anecdote
- One client treasured a childhood blanket but feared his parents would discard it if they knew.
- This illustrates the deep-seated fear of intrusion and vulnerability in schizoid individuals.