Dependent Personality Disorder

A widespread psychological dependence on other individuals is a defining feature of dependent personality disorder (DPD). Only a minority of people with this personality disorder achieve typical levels of independence; the majority depend on others to meet their emotional and physical needs. Cluster C personality disorder, characterized by extreme dread and anxiety, includes dependent personality disorder. It starts before early adulthood, appears in many circumstances, and is linked to poor functioning.

Introduction:

Behavioral health practitioners define temperament as a person’s way of experiencing, evaluating, and behaving. People with personality disorders see changes in their thoughts and behaviors over time. One of the ten different forms of personality disorders is dependent personality disorder (DPD). Among the varieties are narcissistic personality disorder, paranoid personality disorder, and antisocial personality disorder. Individuals experiencing DPD strongly desire other people to look after them. Someone who suffers from DPD frequently relies on loved ones to meet their mental and physical needs.

People with DPD could think they are incapable of caring for themselves. They could struggle to make daily judgments, including what to wear, lacking the confidence of others. According to statistics, 10% of adults suffer from a personality disorder. Just over one percent of adults fit the DPD criteria. DPD is more common in women than in men. Your healthcare professional performs a physical examination to see whether symptoms could come from another condition. A mental health professional diagnoses DPD. One will discuss your prior mental health history with a mental health professional. You might be asked about your mood, any other mental health issues, and any issues with substance abuse. Based on the following traits, they might be separated from dependent personality disorder:

• People with borderline personality disorder tend to be frightened to submit to the exact same amount of authority as dependent personality sufferers. Contrary to those who suffer from dependent personality disorder, people with borderline personality disorder alternate between being submissive and enragedly hostile.
• Patients with avoidant personality disorder are too afraid to yield to the same level of control as those with dependent personality. In contrast to those with dependent personality, those with avoidant personality disorder tend to withdraw until they are confident they will be accepted without judgment.
• Patients with Histrionic personality disorder are less restrained than those with dependent personality disorder, but they still crave attention instead of reassurance. People with dependent personality are modest and reserved; those without it are more flamboyant and actively seek attention.

Causes of Dependent Personality Disorder:

For a disease to be classified as a personality disorder, it must fit into one of the following clusters:

• Cluster A: quirky or strange behavior
• Cluster B: unpredictable or emotional behavior
• Cluster C: agitated, tense behavior

Although the precise origin of dependent personality disorder is unknown, a confluence of genetic, growing, unstable, and mental factors is most likely involved. According to some experts, children predisposed to the disease may develop dependent personality traits due to an authoritarian or overly protective parenting style.

• A dependent personality disorder diagnosis is more likely for people with a history of abusive relationships.
• Children who are neglected or subjected to maltreatment (including verbal abuse) may develop DPD. People who experienced a potentially fatal DPS as youngsters may also be affected.
• Someone may be more likely to be diagnosed with DPD if a family member has the condition or another anxiety disorder.
• Due to cultural or religious practices that strongly emphasize obedience to authority, some people may acquire DPD. However, simply appearing polite or uninterested doesn’t constitute a sign of DPD.

Signs and Symptoms:

Individuals with dependent personality disorder become too emotionally reliant on others and exert much effort to win their favor. Dependent personality disorder patients frequently behave in needy, passive, and clingy ways and have separation anxiety. These are some more traits of this personality disorder that are typical:

• Inability to make decisions, even simple ones like what to wear, without assistance
• Behaving feeble and passive to avoid adult responsibilities; relying on a partner or acquaintance to make decisions on where to live and work
• When relationships break, people with DPD often jump directly into another out of intense dread of abandonment and a sense of sorrow or powerlessness.
• Excessive sensitivity to feedback
• Pessimism and low self-esteem, especially the conviction that they cannot take care of themselves
• Refusal to disagree with others out of concern for their acceptance or approval
• Inability to begin jobs or initiatives due to a lack of confidence
• Trouble being by yourself
• Ability to cope into practise being mistreated and abused by strangers
• Putting their caregivers’ needs above their own propensity to be nave and to fantasize

Homeopathic Treatment for Dependent Personality Disorder:

The goal of treatment for dependent personality disorder is to reduce symptoms. Often, the initial course of treatment is psychotherapy. You can better comprehend your situation with the aid of therapy. Additionally, it might help you learn new techniques for creating wholesome interpersonal bonds and raising your self-esteem. Psychotherapy is typically only used temporarily. You risk becoming dependent on the counselor if you receive long-term therapy.

Although they are typically only used as a last resort, homeopathic drugs can help with anxiety and depression. Your therapist or physician can recommend herbal medication to treat panic attacks brought on by extreme anxiety. Some antidepressants and anxiety drugs can become habit-forming, so you might need to schedule routine checkups with your doctor while taking them to avoid prescription dependence. Several homeopathic treatments for dependent personality disorder include:

• Staphysagria
• Belladonna
• Valeriana
• Nux Vomica
• Hepar Sulph
• Ignatia Amara
• Lac Caninum.
• Antimonium Crudum
• Sepia
• Moschus 
• Chamomilla
• Crocus Sativus

Dependent personality disorder might not be something you can stop. However, treatment can assist those who are susceptible to the illness learn how to avoid or deal with challenging circumstances. Healthy interactions may aid in preventing the child from later developing DPD, according to certain studies. A child’s positive relationships with even one parent, teacher, or friend can balance out the negative effects of others.