Sociopath, Plus Cluster B Personality?!
Question: Sociopath, Plus Cluster B Personality!?
A friend of mine has been gone for quite some time!.
I, being one of her closest friends, was worried, so I ventured down to her parents house (Stepmother and Father)!.
She's young, only 17!. I knew she had been in a mental hospital twice before, for having "mental breakdowns"!. She seemed fine to me now, so I didn't think much of it!.
Apparently, her parents have her in another hospital!.
According to Psychiatrists, not only is she a Sociopath, but she has Cluster B personality disorders!. Not only one or two- but all of them!. She has a history of suicidal thoughts and tendancies!.
This came as some what of a shock to me!. But after I listened to what her parents had to say, I realized that this could be true!.
So my question is, are Sociopaths and people with Cluster B Personality disorder, dangerous!?
You see, I'd always thought that my friend was a sweet girl!. While some of her behavior was sometimes questionable, she was never usually out of line!. On the other hand, I'd heard that her Stepmother wasn't a person to like or trust, according to my friend!.
Anyway, her parents advised that when she turns 18, that I should not talk to her!. Or at least, be careful around her, and never be alone with her!.
The odd thing is, i've never viewed her as a threat!. Ever!. At least, not a physical threat!. I voiced this to her parents, and they answered in!.!. "We know what she's capable of, but what we don't know what she's capable of, scares us!."
At the same time!.!. I've seen times when my friend was supportive of me, there for me, and so on!. When we were fighting at one time, I yelled at her!. Instead of yelling back, she seemed to shy away from the argument!.
I have reason to believe that while she may be a Sociopath, or Cluster B personality disorder!.!. She is also suicidal!. Therefore, is it stupid to think that while she may be some sort of threat to others, she's more harmful to herself!?
Basically, anything that you can tell me about someone suffering from Sociopathy, and Cluster B personality disorder, would be great!.
I'm having trouble finding personality traits, so if you could list the personality traits!.!. that'd be great as well!.
A few things that her parents mentioned that she had: Cluster B, Sociopathy, Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcicism, Hendonistic, EVERYTHING associated with Cluster B!.
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I, being one of her closest friends, was worried, so I ventured down to her parents house (Stepmother and Father)!.
She's young, only 17!. I knew she had been in a mental hospital twice before, for having "mental breakdowns"!. She seemed fine to me now, so I didn't think much of it!.
Apparently, her parents have her in another hospital!.
According to Psychiatrists, not only is she a Sociopath, but she has Cluster B personality disorders!. Not only one or two- but all of them!. She has a history of suicidal thoughts and tendancies!.
This came as some what of a shock to me!. But after I listened to what her parents had to say, I realized that this could be true!.
So my question is, are Sociopaths and people with Cluster B Personality disorder, dangerous!?
You see, I'd always thought that my friend was a sweet girl!. While some of her behavior was sometimes questionable, she was never usually out of line!. On the other hand, I'd heard that her Stepmother wasn't a person to like or trust, according to my friend!.
Anyway, her parents advised that when she turns 18, that I should not talk to her!. Or at least, be careful around her, and never be alone with her!.
The odd thing is, i've never viewed her as a threat!. Ever!. At least, not a physical threat!. I voiced this to her parents, and they answered in!.!. "We know what she's capable of, but what we don't know what she's capable of, scares us!."
At the same time!.!. I've seen times when my friend was supportive of me, there for me, and so on!. When we were fighting at one time, I yelled at her!. Instead of yelling back, she seemed to shy away from the argument!.
I have reason to believe that while she may be a Sociopath, or Cluster B personality disorder!.!. She is also suicidal!. Therefore, is it stupid to think that while she may be some sort of threat to others, she's more harmful to herself!?
Basically, anything that you can tell me about someone suffering from Sociopathy, and Cluster B personality disorder, would be great!.
I'm having trouble finding personality traits, so if you could list the personality traits!.!. that'd be great as well!.
A few things that her parents mentioned that she had: Cluster B, Sociopathy, Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcicism, Hendonistic, EVERYTHING associated with Cluster B!.
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Answers:
The diagnostic manual is organized to have some diagnoses clustered together, with some theory as to the origin of the diagnoses as the reason for being put close together!. However, they are very distinct disorders!. In the grouping of diagnoses called cluster b you will find Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Dependent Personality Disorder and Sociopathic Personality Disorder!. No, a person with these disorders are not necessarily dangerous, but they can be!. (as can other diagnoses)!. Someone with Borderline PD tends to have difficulty with relationships and moods, Narcissistic PD tends to be self-absorbed but may have depression at times, Dependant is just like it sounds, and Sociopathy is criminalistic behaviors without much sense of guilt!.
I am going to suggest that you now forget all that and instead focus on your own impressions of your friend!. Diagnoses are for treatment and insurance reimbursement, and when we think of our friends in these terms we tend to depersonalize them!. Think about your friends strengths, not just weaknesses!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
I am going to suggest that you now forget all that and instead focus on your own impressions of your friend!. Diagnoses are for treatment and insurance reimbursement, and when we think of our friends in these terms we tend to depersonalize them!. Think about your friends strengths, not just weaknesses!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Most people aren't willing to support friends through their mental illness!. It's commendable that you're willing to look past the illness and see the person beneath!. Do everything you can to maintain contact with her - but for your own safety don't be alone with her!. I'm sure she wouldn't imagine hurting you but I know that with an mi your behavior can get out of control FAST!. Good luck!
EDIT: and try your best not to treat her differently then before now that you know all this information!. People can pick up on that very quickly and it hurts when friends suddenly become distant or act strange around you because you have an illness!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
EDIT: and try your best not to treat her differently then before now that you know all this information!. People can pick up on that very quickly and it hurts when friends suddenly become distant or act strange around you because you have an illness!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
I can't answer all your questions, but if she is suicidal obviously she is a threat to herself!. And, it sounds like she could (not meaning to) be a threat to others!. If there is anyway that you can be her friend and support her, while making sure your safety is not a stake, I would try really hard to do that!. I know she is feeling like she is totally isolated, in a world no one understands, especially her!. I am sure she wants to get away from all this but can't!. Its terribly lonely!. I just want to just once more encourage you to keep your mental health and personal safety in mind first!. If you can send her a card or an occasional phone call, I think that would mean alot!. Hopefully, they will find the right combination of meds!. and therapy to help your friend!. I will pray for her !.Take care!. I'm sorry!.Www@Answer-Health@Com