key term - Lifelong Conditions

Definition

Lifelong conditions imply that certain characteristics or traits associated with a particular condition persist throughout an individual's life, without significant change or improvement.

Related terms

Developmental Perspective: This perspective explores how personality disorders evolve and change over time from childhood through adulthood.

Resilience:

Resilience refers to an individual's ability to bounce back and adapt positively in the face of adversity or challenging circumstances, even with a personality disorder.

Remission: Remission occurs when symptoms of a personality disorder become less severe or temporarily disappear, providing relief for individuals experiencing these conditions.