Journal of Psychology & Psychotherapy
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0487
ISSN: 2161-0487
Department of Personality and Mental Health, University College, London, England
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