[header] How to treat dependent personality disorder [title] Talk to your doctor. [step] Before undergoing treatment for dependent personality disorder (dpd), it may be necessary for the patient to speak with a doctor. A general physician can perform an examination and run tests to see if there are any underlying causes for the patient's symptoms.
[header] How to treat dependent personality disorder [title] Talk to your doctor. [step] Before undergoing treatment for dependent personality disorder (dpd), it may be necessary for the patient to speak with a doctor. A general physician can perform an examination and run tests to see if there are any underlying causes for the patient's symptoms.
Depending on the severity of your symptoms, you and your doctor will make a potentially painful and long-lasting attempt at treatment. [substeps] Your doctor may then refer you to a mental health specialist, or a psychologist. Your doctor may recommend you go see a psychiatrist (their specialty is trauma). [substeps] In most cases, these tests can prove negative in up to 90% of patients. Your doctor might suggest the following tips : [substeps] See your family doctor. While you cannot diagnose dpd on your own, you might want to see your family doctor to get recommendations on clinics in your area. If there is no medical explanation, then the doctor may refer the patient to a psychiatrist or therapist. [substeps] Although dpd has some specific treatment options, your particular situation, medical history, and personal circumstances will change the way your treatment options will go.