Sentence examples for identity impairment from inspiring English sources

With respect to identity development we have to distinguish between temporary identity crises (that many clinicians call "adolescent crises") and more stable identity impairment ("diffusion").

We have explicitly decided not to present cases of Borderline Personality Disorders as frequently personality pathology in adolescents is seen synonymous with Borderline pathology, especially if identity impairment is present.

The literature suggests that identity impairments play a role in certain forms of maladaptive behavior.

The model promotes a positive identity of impairment (not just disability) that actively repudiates discourses of normality.

Goffman's [ 35] analysis of 'spoiled identity' described how impairment can destroy ones identity because it is viewed by society as disabling.

The minority group model promotes a trans-impairment identity by treating people with disabilities as a "discrete and insular minority" making claims on a hostile able-bodied majority.

Impairment of identity development differs between adolescent patients with different forms of mental disorders.

In two case examples we will illustrate impairment of identity integration in adolescent patients with personality disorders (PD).

In Kernberg's view, the core pathology of patients with borderline and other severe personality disorders can be found in an impairment of their identity integration, what he called identity diffusion.

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by emotional lability, impulsivity, interpersonal difficulties, identity disturbances, and cognitive impairments [1].

These youth experienced symptoms and behaviours associated with ADHD as unique personality characteristics and a part of their self identity, rather than as impairments.