Journal of Psychology & Psychotherapy

Journal of Psychology & Psychotherapy
Open Access

ISSN: 2161-0487

Omaya Kharboutli

Department of Personality and Mental Health, University College, London, England

Publications
  • Research Article   
    The Experience of Accessing Physical Healthcare When You Have a Diagnosis of a 'Personality Disorder': A Systematic Review and Meta-Synthesis
    Author(s): Connor Clarke*, Sarah Rowe, Sahra Tekin and Omaya Kharboutli

    Living with a diagnosis of a personality disorder presents a host of significant physical health challenges. Specifically, those with personality disorders may face inequities in their experiences of physical healthcare in comparison to the general population. The aim of this review was to investigate the experiences and the potential barriers or facilitators those with personality disorders encounter when accessing physical healthcare. Three articles examining these experiences were included. Four meta-themes were identifies: a) General disregard from physical healthcare professionals, b) Identity and self-perception of personality disorder as a barrier to treatment, c) Stigma and lack of awareness around personality disorder in healthcare settings, d) Physical problems viewed through the lens of patient?s personality disorder. Each of these themes highlighted the extensive barri.. View More»
    DOI: 10.35248/2161-0487.25.15.503

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