Schizoid personality disorder (SPD) is among the most enduring forms of personality pathology. Research suggests that one factor associated with schizoid pathology is childhood maltreatment, although it is unclear which specific experiences of childhood maltreatment may be most impactful. In this study, we examined associations between different experiences of childhood maltreatment (e.g. physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, and physical and emotional neglect) and schizoid pathology in a...

CONCLUSIONS: Both schizotypy dimensions consistently showed a meaningful pattern of hypothesized differential and overlapping predictions, which supports their validity as distinct dimensions and their predictive validity in nonclinical samples.

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by pervasive patterns of instability in mood, self-image, and interpersonal relationships. People with BPD commonly have distorted perceptions of themselves and others, leading to difficulties in maintaining stable and healthy relationships. Individuals with BPD experience intense and rapidly shifting emotions, have difficulty regulating their emotions, and engage in impulsive behaviors. Fear of abandonment can...

Schizotypal personality disorder belongs to Cluster A personality disorders, which also include schizoid personality disorder and paranoid personality disorder. Schizotypal personality disorder is characterized by deficits in social and interpersonal skills, highlighted by a reduced ability to form close relationships, occurring in the setting of eccentric behavior and cognitive or perceptual distortions. Symptoms such as restricted affect and social isolation in schizotypal personality disorder...