International Society for the Study of Personality Disorders

The International Society for the Study of Personality Disorders (ISSPD) is a global organization dedicated to advancing research, understanding, and treatment of personality disorders—complex mental health conditions characterized by persistent patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that differ from cultural expectations and cause distress or impairment. The society brings together clinicians, researchers, and students to share knowledge, develop better diagnostic tools, and improve therapeutic approaches, ultimately aiming to enhance care and outcomes for individuals affected by these disorders.