What Are Personality Disorders?
9. Can You Prevent Someone from Developing a Personality Disorder?
Because it isn’t known what causes personality disorders, there is no sure-fire way to prevent a child from developing one. It’s best to seek help as soon as symptoms appear to prevent them from getting worse.
For those who have a disorder that runs in families, such as borderline personality disorder, creating stability in childhood and avoiding trauma might help mitigate genetic factors that lead to its development. You should absolutely try to validate the emotions of children and give them a judgment-free, stable environment at home, but remember, the environment is not the only factor at work here.
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