Personality Disorders in the Workplace: Supporting Coworkers With Personality Disorders

Personality disorders affect approximately 9% of the U.S. population, making it highly likely that you’ll encounter a coworker dealing with this challenge. This course, Supporting Coworkers with Personality Disorders, provides essential insights on how to foster a compassionate and inclusive work environment. Personality disorders fall into three clusters, each with their unique traits and challenges. You’ll learn about these clusters and how to recognize potential signs of personality disorders in your coworkers while respecting their privacy.

In this course, part of our Personality Disorders in the Workplace series, you’ll discover practical strategies for offering support tailored to different personality disorders, such as paranoid, narcissistic, and dependent personality disorders. Understand the importance of empathy, effective communication, and setting boundaries when working alongside individuals with these conditions.