Dealing with Difficult People

Tired of getting irritated, disappointed or fooled --again? Taking everything too personally or feeling manipulated? These mental health tools help you transition from emotional, stressed, and unrealistic expectations into more logical, rational and reasonable thoughts.  No longer intending to change others, seek first to understand.  As you will note, different personality types will respond differently to the tools on this website. Some will cooperate with healthier relationships, some will sabotage, tantrum or even sever ties. You can only be your best self, then detach from outcome. An estimated 10-15% of the U.S. population has at least one personality disorder. Use the tools below to deal with the most difficult people.  Interested in Personality Disorders? Check it out!

Descriptions of personality disorders help identify toxic patterns in human thought and behavior. Compare the disorders below to the 5 basic personality traits listed in Tool #1 located on the relationship tools page.  This information is not intended to diagnose, blame or point fingers. Use this information to improve your own emotional intelligence or when working with the mental health professional of your choice.