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¹Varsinais-Suomen sairaanhoitopiiri, TYKS:n aikuispsykiatrian writyispalveluyksikkö, Turku.

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Personality disorders affect 6-10% of people and often co-occur with other psychiatric conditions. Early return to work with therapeutic support is crucial for improving prognosis and restoring working capacity.

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Psychiatry
Occupational Health

Context:

Personality disorders are prevalent, affecting 6-10% of the general population.
These conditions frequently co-occur with other psychiatric disorders, potentially impacting work capacity more severely.
The interpersonal nature of personality disorders can strain work environments and affect colleagues' productivity.

Purpose:

To highlight the prevalence and workplace implications of personality disorders.
To emphasize the positive role of work in the prognosis of personality disorders.
To outline key objectives for managing patients with personality disorders who have lost working capacity.

Summary:

Personality disorders are common and often comorbid with other psychiatric conditions.
Workplace interactions are central to personality disorders, potentially causing strain.
Work engagement is beneficial for personality disorder prognosis.

Impact:

Facilitates understanding of personality disorders in the workplace.
Informs strategies for managing affected individuals and supporting their return to work.
Promotes a focus on active therapy and minimizing sick leave for improved patient outcomes.