This week, Jake and Bob welcome back Dr. Christin McIntyre, a Thomistic psychiatrist, to discuss the concept of personality disorders. They begin by defining what a personality disorder is and explore how modern culture and social norms can influence and twist this definition. Then, they discuss the interplay between inherited traits, early life experiences, and individual choices in shaping one’s personality. Through the analogy of a sailboat, Dr. Christin also shares how the intellect, will, and emotions are all interconnected and why navigating the waters of healing not only involves the formation of the intellect but also the conforming of our will to God’s.

Key Points:

A personality disorder is identified by a pervasive pattern of experience and behavior that is abnormal with respect to any two of the following: thinking, mood, personal relations, impulse control (from Dr. Cristina Lynch)
Individuals with personality disorders have much hope for change
Inner healing is an important aspect of addressing personality disorders
Inherited traits, early life experiences, and individual choices all contribute to the development of a personality disorder
Healing involves the formation of the intellect and conforming of your will to God
Healing is a continuous process, not a one-time event
Virtue is essential for true healing and involves habitual good choices

Resources:

Thomistic Institute of Psychology

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