Personality Disorder

Personality disorders are grouped into three clusters based on descriptive similarities. Cluster A includes paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal personality disorders. Individuals with these disorders often appear odd or eccentric. Cluster B includes antisocial, borderline, histrionic, and narcissistic personality disorders. Individuals with these disorders often appear dramatic, emotional, or erratic. Cluster C includes avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders. Individuals with these disorders often appear anxious or fearful” (APA, 2013, Section II: “Personality Disorders”). While these clusters are helpful, it is important to note that the categories are not exclusive, and individuals often present with co-occurring personality disorders from different clusters. For this Assignment, you will select one personality disorder on which to focus.

Narcissistic Personality Disorder is what I am looking for

Use the internet for a minimum of 5 peer-reviewed articles related to the disorder that you selected.

Synthesize the empirical literature you identified about the disorder that you selected and address the following questions:

Describe the disorder that you selected.

What are the DSM-5 criteria for the disorder that you selected?

What are the forensic psychological aspects of this disorder? (e.g., how does it relate to criminal behavior, forensic assessment, criminal sentencing, and probation, etc.)

What are the potential consequences of this disorder when left untreated?

What are the best practices for screening and intervention for this disorder?

How has the diagnostic criterion for the disorder evolved over time (i.e., historical perspectives)?