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Dependent Personality Disorder

Alexandra (Alex) Hawkins
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Dependent Personality Disorder

Everyone needs a little helping hand every now and then, but if a person's physical and emotional needs become dependent on others, it may be a sign of dependent personality disorder. This is actually one of the more common personality disorders, and it affects men and women pretty equally. A person with this disorder will usually take on a submissive role in relationships. While there is nothing wrong with this sometimes, it can lead to a person being manipulated in a bad way in certain situations. By offering online therapy for dependent personality disorder here at Mentaline.com, we are doing what we can to help with the symptoms of this disorder, no matter the causes.

Causes of Dependent Personality Disorder 

While the causes of dependent personality disorder are not known for certain, there are many theories. Genetics are thought to play a small role. Also, other physical problems with the brain's chemistry may cause this disorder. Other psychological factors may play a part as well, including the environment a child is raised in. While the roots of this disorder are usually found in childhood, it is a problem that affects many adults as well. If the disorder is present, there are certain symptoms that will appear that can be an indication that treatment is needed.

Symptoms and Dangers of Dependent Personality Disorder

As mentioned, everyone needs a little help now and then, but people with dependent personality disorder will have a lack of trust in their ability to make a decision. Also, they will tend to avoid personal responsibility whenever possible. As you might imagine, this can lead to problems in day to day life, causing people to be unable to meet the normal demands of life in the modern world. Other emotional symptoms a person may exhibit are being hurt easily and being extremely passive in interpersonal relationships. When not treated, dependent personality disorder can lead to other mental problems and have other negative effects on a person's life like substance abuse. 

Treatment for Dependent Personality Disorder 

While anxiety when making a decision is one of the symptoms of dependent personality disorder, proper treatment should also deal with ways for a person to learn to deal better with everything life throws at them. Here at Mentaline.com, you can find trained therapists who can instruct and guide with practical tips on getting past this personality disorder. By combining therapy with the Internet, we are able to help even more people conveniently.

Definition of Dependent Personality Disorder

Dependent personality disorder causes a person to be overly dependent on other people for physical and emotional needs. A combination of therapy and group counseling are recommended for treatment of dependent personality disorder.

Symptoms of / Reasons for Dependent Personality Disorder

  • Lack of trust in decision making capability
  • Avoidance of personal responsibility
  • Avoidance of being alone
  • Inability to meet normal demands of life
  • Preoccupation with fears of being abandoned
  • Easily hurt or offended by criticism
  • Passive in relations with other people

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Alexandra (Alex) Hawkins
Alexandra (Alex) Hawkins

Alexandra (Alex) Hawkins

Meriden | Age: 52
Coach , Counsellor/Therapist
About me

I have a non judgmental approach to your problem. Very broadminded with years of experience. Take free 15 minutes to see if I can help you. I am well aware that we are all different and your counselling will be tailored for you alone.

Specialties
  • - Shopping Addiction
    • » Symptoms Inability to stick to a budget Compulsive shopping Lies Relationship problems
    » Definition Known as oniomania or compulsive shopping, a shopping addiction is an uncontrollable urge to purchase items, even if they are needed. The symptoms of shopping addictions can manifest in many ways, but revolve primarily around financial and relationship problems. Treatment for shopping addictions like therapy and counseling have been shown to be very helpful in overcoming the addiction.
  • - Terminal Illness
    • » Symptoms
    • Feeling isolated and misunderstood
    • Feelings of intense rage and injustice
    • Dealing with overwhelming grief
    • Feeling ill-equipped to deal with the situation
    • Denying the reality of the situation
    • Grief
    • Anger
    • Denial
    • Exhaustion, anxiety, or intense fears
    • Stress when dealing with health issues
    • Depression

    » Definition A terminal illness is a disease or sickness that has no known cure and that will result in death. Therapy and counseling for coping with the emotional aspects of terminal illness is recommended.
  • - Relationship Counselling
    • » Symptoms
    • Better relationship
    • Guided communication
    • Neutral person to mediate

    » Definition Relationship counseling is used to help a couple learn to deal with many relationship problems that may arise during a long term relationship. While the reasons couples decide to get relationship counseling may differ, when taken seriously, it can help everyone involved.
  • - Grief or Loss
    • » Symptoms
    • Guilt
    • Sadness
    • Shock / Disbelief
    • Anger
    • Fear
    • Fatigue
    • Nausea,
    • Weight fluctuation

    » Definition Grief and loss are two powerful human emotions that cause intense sorrow when a person dies. Psychotherapy can help with all the emotional and physical symptoms that sometimes accompany loss and grief.
  • - Divorce / Break-up
    • » Symptoms
    • Depression
    • Anger
    • Exhaustion
    • Guilt

    » Definition A divorce or break-up happens when two people decide to call it quits and end a relationship due to their differences. Learning to deal with the emotional pain of a divorce - especially if there are children involved - can be made easier with the help of the proper therapy and coaching.
  • - Homophobia
    • » Symptoms
    • Hatred of homosexuals
    • Anti-homosexual literature, bumper stickers, etc
    • Spreading hate on the Internet

    » Definition Homophobia is negative thoughts and actions that are directed toward homosexuals. Therapy is very useful in helping deal with the anger and other emotions connected with homophobia.
Prices
First session 34 GBP
Normal price (60 min.) 45 GBP
You save 11 GBP
Counselling / Advice
(60 min.) 34 GBP
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Russell Joseph
Russell Joseph

Russell Joseph

Welling | Age: 46
Psychotherapist , Counsellor/Therapist
About me

I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist/counsellor of many years experience, providing a safe, secure space for exploration of peoples' emotional issues. Many have benefited from the counselling/psychotherapy services that I provide.

Specialties
  • - Abuse
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another
    • Unexplained marks or bruises on the body
    • Repeated injuries that cannot be explained
    • Limping, broken bones, or bruising

    » Definition Abuse is the mistreatment or harm (physical or mental) done to another person over a period of time. Therapy can help a person learn to deal with all the issues that come with long term abuse.
  • - Work Stress
    • » Symptoms
    • Calling in sick to work
    • Dreading going to work every day
    • Verbal lashing out at co-workers or bosses
    • Insomnia 
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Substance abuse
    • Burnout or breakdown

    » Definition Work stress is an intense emotional strain caused primarily by matter with a person's job. Because having a career - or even just a job - is so important, learning to deal with work stress is important so that it does not interfere with a person's ability to do their job.
  • - Separation
    • » Symptoms
    • Anger
    • Guilt
    • Resentment

    » Definition Separation is typically a step taken before a divorce or a break-up that consists of partners living separately and not having a close, intimate relationship. Relationship therapy can help both partners deal with all the issues that come with separation.
  • - Work / Life Balance
    • » Symptoms
    • Too much work
    • Too much partying
    • Stress
    • Exhaustion
    • Interpersonal problems

    » Definition Achieving a proper balance between work and life is an important method to achieve happiness. Life coaching can help a person learn techniques and principles that will help with balancing life and work.
  • - Social Phobia
    • » Symptoms
    • Elevated blood pressure
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Fear of social situations
    • Nervousness
    • Substance abuse

    » Definition Social phobia is a constant and irrational fear of situations that may involve judgment or scrutiny by others. Social phobia is treatable with psychotherapy.
  • - Anxiety
    • » Symptoms
    • Nervousness
    • Feeling anxious
    • Worry

    » Definition Anxiety is a normal human emotion that allows people to deal with stressful situations. It could also be described as nervousness. For some people, existing mental problems can make anxiety levels extreme and difficult to deal with. In any case, psychotherapy is recommended for help with anxiety.
Prices
First session 60 GBP
Normal price (90 min.) 80 GBP
You save 20 GBP
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(90 min.) 60 GBP
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Rafael Toia
Rafael Toia

Rafael Toia

USA | Age: 41
Coach , Counsellor/Therapist , Hypnotherapist , Psychotherapist
About me

I do have extensive training and expertise in clinical, counseling and transpersonal/integral psychology. I provide face-to-face and online counseling and coaching support for those willing to work on themselves.

Specialties
  • - Work Stress
    • » Symptoms
    • Calling in sick to work
    • Dreading going to work every day
    • Verbal lashing out at co-workers or bosses
    • Insomnia 
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Substance abuse
    • Burnout or breakdown

    » Definition Work stress is an intense emotional strain caused primarily by matter with a person's job. Because having a career - or even just a job - is so important, learning to deal with work stress is important so that it does not interfere with a person's ability to do their job.
  • - Relationship Problems
    • » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
  • - Low Self-Esteem
    • » Symptoms
    • Low self-confidence
    • Low self-worth
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Withdrawal

    » Definition A person with a low self-esteem may be unable to lead a full and healthy life because of their problems with self-image and self-worth. Whatever the cause of the self-esteem issues, a life coach can help by providing practical tips and advice on how to overcome low self-esteem.
  • - Bipolar Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Mood swings
    • Depression
    • Mania
    • Other mood disorders

    » Definition Bipolar disorders are major mood disorders that cause mood swings from depression to mania and back. Symptoms of bipolar disorders include frequent mood swings, depression, and various types of mania.
  • - Sexual Issues
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety, anger, guilt or other emotions
    • Depression
    • Avoidance of intimacy in all forms
    • Failure to perform during sexual activity

    » Definition Sexual issues are problems that affect a man or woman's ability to function sexually. While there are a wide array of sexual issues that may cause relationship problems, there are also many forms of therapy that can help, no matter the specific problem.
  • - Parenting
    • » Symptoms
    • Depression
    • Feelings of worthlessness
    • Sadness
    • Grief
    • Exhaustion
    • Stress

    » Definition Parenting is the task of supporting and encouraging the emotional, intellectual, physical and social development of a child from infancy until adulthood. This is one of the most difficult tasks a person can face, whether they have a partner helping or not. This is why therapy and coaching are recommended to help with any parenting issues that may arise.
Prices
First session 23 USD
Normal price (15 min.) 30 USD
You save 8 USD
Counseling / Coaching / Psychotherapy
(15 min.) 23 USD
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Tony Novissimo
Tony Novissimo

Tony Novissimo

Richmond | Age: 71
Psychotherapist
About me

My name is Tony Novissimo and I am a qualified psychotherapist and a full , accredited member of the BACP. I have been a practicing counsellor in the South West London area for the past eight years.

Specialties
  • - Personality Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Feelings of emptiness
    • Avoidance of personal responsibility
    • Constantly blaming failure on others
    • Lack of guilt or remorse
    • Fights, lies, and steals often
    • Self-injury
    • Anti-social behavior
    • Self-centeredness

    » Definition Personality disorders cause chronic, negative behavior patterns that can result in serious problems with relationships and work. Psychotherapy is recommended for treatment of personality disorders.
  • - Anxiety Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Panic attacks
    • Detached feelings
    • Feelings that the world is unreal
    • Trembling or twitching

    » Definition Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.
  • - Binge Eating Disorder
    • » Symptoms
    • Lack of self-control when it comes to food
    • Inability to stop eating large amounts of food
    • Avoidance of healthy food
    • Embarrassment about either weight or food eating habits

    » Definition Binge eating disorder refers to a person that is unable to control the amount of food they consume in a single setting, often eating due to emotions rather than because they are hungry. It is usually caused by a combination of genetics and emotional problems. While nothing can be done about the genetics side of the problem, a combination of counseling and therapy has been shown to be very successful in helping people get their binge eating under control.
  • - Cognitive Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Rapid changes in mental states
    • Poor short term memory
    • Disorganized thinking
    • Mental problems - language, memory, perception
    • Inability to recognize language
    • Learning difficulties
    • Memory and recall problems
    • Trouble with critical thinking
    • Reliance on notes and calendars

    » Definition Cognitive disorders cause a significant impairment of cognition, memory or both, either for short or long periods of time depending on the exact type of cognitive disorder. Symptoms will vary, but they will center around cognitive and memory impairments and everything associated with them. Therapy and counseling are recommended for the treatment of cognitive disorders.
  • - Mood Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Sleep problems
    • Hopelessness
    • Low self-esteem
    • Bad eating habits
    • Fatigue

    » Definition Mood disorders are mental illnesses that center around chemical imbalances in the brain that cause emotional problems with depression, mania, or a combination of both. Symptoms of mood disorders include feelings of hopelessness, sleep troubles and other problems. Treatment with psychotherapy is helpful for dealing with a variety of mood disorders.
  • - Depression
    • » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
Prices
Counselling
(60 min.)		 50 GBP
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Anita Douglas
Anita Douglas

Anita Douglas

Redditch | Age: 41
Coach , Hypnotherapist , Counsellor/Therapist
About me

As a highly skilled, ethical and professional practitioner I adopt a down to earth approach. I recognise that each client is an individual and therefore deserves the benefit of a tailored plan. A gentle non-judgmental approach is taken.

Specialties
  • - Business Coaching
    • » Symptoms
    • Nonverbal communication skills
    • Verbal communication skills
    • Public speaking
    • Making the sale or negotiation
    • Managing time
    • Starting a business
    • Improving performance
    • Being a better manager

    » Definition Business coaching is counseling that is directed toward helping a person achieve more in the business world. There are many specific areas that a business coach can help, but business coaching is recommended for those who want to accomplish more in their career.
  • - Relationship Problems
    • » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
  • - Anxiety Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Panic attacks
    • Detached feelings
    • Feelings that the world is unreal
    • Trembling or twitching

    » Definition Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.
  • - Trauma
    • » Symptoms
    • Inability to talk
    • Blackout - memory loss
    • Acting automatically
    • Sleeplessness
    • Irritability
    • Anger
    • Limiting of life choices
    • Hopelessness

    » Definition Trauma is damage to a person's psyche (soul, mind) as a result of a traumatic event. There are various causes of trauma, but both therapy and counseling are recommended for treatment of all trauma related problems.
  • - Phobias
    • » Symptoms
    • Dread of certain objects
    • Extreme fear of certain situations
    • Shortness of breath
    • Fast heart rate
    • Irrational fears

    » Definition Phobias are an intense and persistent fear (usually irrational) of things, activities, or situations. Symptoms include anxiety, loss of breath, racing heart, as well as other physical and emotional signs. Treatment for phobias with counseling and therapy is recommended.
  • - Anger Management
    • » Symptoms
    • An excess of anger that can lash out at any time
    • Often not understanding why you are angry about something
    • Being unable to focus your anger to appropriate parties

    » Definition Anger management is the process of controlling one’s anger through therapeutic techniques and exercises.
Prices
Hypnotherapy Meeting (Redditch)
(60 min.)		 65 GBP
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