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Alexithymia in Personality Disorders: New Insights for Diagnosis and Treatment

Explore the connection between Alexithymia and personality disorders, including how difficulty identifying emotions can impact relationships and mental health. This post sheds light on emerging research and clinical insights to better understand emotional awareness in therapy.

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Alliance Ruptures and Resolutions in the Treatment of Personality Disorders: What the Research Tells Us

Discover how alliance ruptures—breakdowns in the therapist-client relationship—affect the treatment of personality disorders. This post explores strategies for recognizing and repairing these ruptures to support more effective, long-term therapeutic outcomes.

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High-Functioning Autism Traits in Personality Disorders: A Surprising Clinical Overlap

Many adults with personality disorders may actually meet criteria for high-functioning autism. Learn what the latest research reveals and how it impacts diagnosis and treatment.

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Amitriptyline and Its Evidence-Based Uses in Mental Health

Originally developed as an antidepressant, amitriptyline has been found to be effective for multiple disorders beyond depression, including anxiety disorders, chronic pain, and sleep disturbances. By increasing levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, amitriptyline helps regulate mood, alleviate pain, and improve sleep quality.

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