These are characterized by emotional and dramatic behaviors.

• • Antisocial Personality Disorder: Often referred to as sociopathy, individuals with this disorder may exhibit impulsive behavior, lie or steal, and show a lack of concern for others’ feelings or well-being. They may engage in criminal activities without remorse.
  • Borderline Personality Disorder: Those with this disorder experience intense mood swings, unstable relationships, and engage in risky behavior. They often feel a sense of emptiness and fear abandonment, leading to dramatic emotional shifts.
  • Histrionic Personality Disorder: Individuals often seek attention and approval from others through dramatic and exaggerated behavior. They may express themselves in highly emotional ways and seek to be the center of attention.
  • Narcissistic Personality Disorder: People with this disorder may have a grand sense of self-importance and expect admiration from others. They are often oblivious to others’ feelings and may become jealous of those who receive more attention.

Cluster C Personality Disorders

These are marked by anxiety and fearful behavior.

• Avoidant Personality Disorder: Individuals are often overly sensitive to rejection and may avoid social situations due to fear of criticism or disapproval. They may have a strong desire for close relationships but lack the confidence to engage with others.
  
• Dependent Personality Disorder: Those with this disorder rely heavily on others for emotional support and decision-making. They may experience difficulty making independent choices and tend to stay in unhealthy relationships to avoid being alone.
  
• Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD): Unlike OCD, which involves compulsive rituals, OCPD is marked by a preoccupation with rules, order, and perfectionism. Individuals with OCPD may become rigid and controlling and may struggle with delegating tasks.