User:Mr. Ibrahem/Schizotypal personality disorder

Schizotypal personality disorder (STPD) is characterized by a long term pattern of discomfort with close relationships and eccentric behavior. This may include being suspiciousness, dressing in an unusual manner, and being superstitious. A small number of those effected develop schizophrenia.

Risk factors include a family history of the condition. Psychological stress may trigger worsening of symptoms. It is a personality disorder in cluster A, a group characterized by eccentric behavior. Diagnosis requires taking into account a person's culture.

Treatment generally involves counselling. People often request help with anxiety or depression rather than the personality disorder itself. It affects about 0.6 to 4.6% of people. Onset is by early adulthood. Males are more commonly affected than females. The term "schizotype" came into use in 1956 by Sandor Rado.