A personality disorder is a mental health condition characterized by a lifelong pattern of thinking, feeling, and behaving that deviates from the expectations of one's culture, causes distress, and impairs functioning
. There are 10 specific types of personality disorders, which are grouped into three categories called clusters
. These disorders can affect various areas of life, including relationships, work, and social activities, and they can make it hard to deal with everyday stresses and problems
. Personality disorders are often difficult to diagnose and treat, but psychotherapy can help manage them
