Dependent personality disorder
A dependent personality disorder (DPD) is a type of anxious personality disorder that involves a psychological dependence on other people.[1] It is a long-term (chronic) condition in which people depend on others to meet their emotional and physical needs.[2]
| Dependent personality disorder | |
|---|---|
| Classification and external resources | |
| ICD-10 | F60.7 |
| ICD-9 | 301.6 |
| MedlinePlus | 000941 |
| MeSH | D003859 |
According to the Cleveland Clinic:[1]
People with DPD often feel helpless, submissive and incapable of taking care of themselves. They may have trouble making simple decisions.
DPD is treatable. Psychotherapy is a key treatment; medications may also be used.[1]
Only a small percentage of people with dependent personality disorders are eventually able to manage on their own.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Dependent Personality Disorder (in en). Cleveland Clinic. Retrieved 2025-09-16.
- ↑ Hansen, Briton J.. Dependent Personality Disorder. StatPearls (2025). Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing. Retrieved 2025-09-16.
