Abstract
The purpose of this chapter is to provide an understanding of the pathology of personality disorders from a cognitive perspective. The chapter begins by outlining cognitive schemas, particularly those developed by Drs. Beck and Young, along with a summary and discussion of the relevant empirical research. This is followed by a discussion of schema modes. Next is a discussion of cognitive biases; more specifically, biases in attention, interpretation, and memory. This is followed by a discussion of dichotomous thinking and then the implicit assessment of cognitive concepts. The chapter ends with final conclusions and suggestions for future research.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Oxford handbook of personality disorders |
| Editors | T.A. Widiger |
| Place of Publication | Oxford |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Pages | 325-344 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780199735013 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2012 |