Personality disorders
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. DSM-5 classification of a PD with the aid of the Structured Clinical Interview of DSM-5 Disorders II 2. Age at least 18 years 3. Eligibility for group therapy based on a. symptoms of PDs are the reason for seeking help, b. the patient is motivated to follow psychotherapy in a group, and c. the clinical impression of the group therapists. The latter means that the patient is able to attend group meetings, the patient dares to show himself within a group and the patient is able to reflect on the input of other patients.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Acute crisis (such as suicidality) for which a patient needs inpatient treatment, 2. Acute psychotic episode or psychotic disorder, autism spectrum disorder or alcohol or drugs-related disorders as primary diagnosis 3. Limited knowledge of the Dutch language 4. Severe auditory problems that interfere with participation in a group, or severe stuttering 5. Estimated IQ below 70.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| • Is the patient satisfied with treatment with TE-ST? • Are therapists satisfied with treatment with TE-ST? • How many patients need treatment after TE-ST? • How many patients dropout during treatment with TE-ST? | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| • What change occurs in severity of psychiatric symptoms during treatment with TE-ST? • What change occurs in severity of symptoms of PDs? • What change occurs in functioning in personality and daily life? | — |
Countries
Netherlands