Personality disorders in dermatology: A review of patient characteristics, associated dermatologic conditions, and pearls for management.

Personality disorders are characterized by "ego-syntonic" maladaptive behaviors that impair functioning. This contribution outlines the relevant characteristics and approach to patients with personality disorders pertaining to the dermatology setting. For patients with Cluster A personality disorders (paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal), it is crucial to avoid being overly contradictory of eccentric beliefs and to take a straightforward, unemotional approach.