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What age does one have to be in the us to be diagnosed with a personality disorder?
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Varies: Personality disorders are defined as - stable, inflexible, enduring and in a youngster - it has not had time to be enduring yet. So, many call it a trait and wait until somewhat older (18) to lock in a disorder diagnosis. It allows for more flexibility and adaptive improvements as situations change. There's no rigid rule. Best wishes!
Answered 7/29/2015
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