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Psychological Intervention in the Trenches: Working Effectively With Inmates With Cluster B Personality
Disorders S. Doug Lemon, Psy.D., Chief Psychologist, USP McCreary
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The views expressed in written conference
materials or by this speaker do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Federal Bureau of Prisons; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
DISCLAIMER
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“an enduring pattern of inner experience and behavior that: deviates markedly from the expectations of
the individual’s culture is pervasive and inflexible has an onset in adolescence or early
adulthood is stable over time leads to distress or impairment”(DSM-5)
PERSONALITY DISORDERS
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Manifested in 2 or more of the following ways: Cognition Affectivity Interpersonal functioning Impulse control
(DSM-5)
PERSONALITY DISORDERS
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Differentiate from traits by functional
impairment or subjective distress Sometimes can dx after only one interview Inmate may not experience distress or
recognize impairment R/O medical cause and other mental disorder Can always put “antisocial traits” if not
enough information available
PERSONALITY DISORDER DIAGNOSIS
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Antisocial, narcissistic diagnosed more in men Histrionic, dependent, borderline diagnosed
more in women Don’t overlook diagnoses rarely diagnosed in
the gender you are working with
GENDER ISSUES IN DIAGNOSIS
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Tend to be emotional, dramatic, erratic (DSM-
5) Over-represented in a correctional
environment Correctional facilities are less tolerant of such
behavior
CLUSTER B
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A pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others as indicated by three (or more) of the following: Failure to conform to social norms with respect
to lawful behaviors, as indicated by repeatedly performing acts that are grounds for arrest.
Deceitfulness, as indicated by repeated lying, use of aliases, or conning others for personal profit or pleasure.
Impulsivity or failure to plan ahead.
ANTISOCIAL PERSONALITY DISORDER
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Irritability and aggressiveness, as indicated by
repeated physical fights or assaults. Reckless disregard for safety of self or others. Consistent irresponsibility, as indicated by repeated
failure to sustain consistent work behavior or honor financial obligations.
Lack of remorse, as indicated by being indifferent to or rationalizing having hurt, mistreated, or stolen from others.
(DSM-5)Majority of USP inmates meet criteria
ANTISOCIAL PERSONALITY DISORDER
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PREOCCUPATION- Manipulating/being
manipulated CENTRAL AFFECT- Rage, envy BELIEF ABOUT SELF- I can make anything
happen BELIEF ABOUT OTHERS- Everyone is selfish,
manipulative, dishonorable PRIMARY DEFENSE- Reaching for omnipotent
control(PDM)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS-Antisocial
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Antisocial believes prison is the final injustice
in a string of injustices In the past, laws, rules, and rights meant little
to him In prison, he becomes highly legalistic about
asserting his own rights Despite being in prison, the antisocial expects
to do as he pleases and for the prison to accommodate him
(Samenow, 1984)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Antisocial
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Convey a powerful presence Understand what motivates patient has to do
with what makes him/her look/feel powerful (PDM)
Educate the criminal regarding errors in thinking
Predict destructive consequences for self and others if he continues in this way (Walters, 1990)
INTERVENTION- Antisocial
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One of the drivers of disruptive behavior Often because he feels disrespected or is told
“no” by staff Often engage in threats of suicide or gestures Holding food slot, throwing urine/feces, refusing
to return handcuffs or cuff up Typically understands power Can be reasoned with Operates from an egocentric perspective Altruism doesn’t work
DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR- Antisocial
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“Learning disabled” (slow learner) Behavior has short-term positive
consequences, with long-term negative consequences
Capable of learning if staff are consistent Concerned with their rep on the range
DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR- Antisocial
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Your reputation/integrity are crucial Take time to listen and address legit concerns Hold them accountable, and be straightforward Some need to hear “the speech” in R&D Show respect at all times- do not be
unprofessional A good SHU interventionist is a good actor Don’t get caught in a power struggle- you
already won! Do SHU rounds same day/time weekly
INTERVENTION- Antisocial
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Explain your orientation to your exec staff and
lieutenants- try to get buy-in Effective interventionists are tough, principled Don’t be in a hurry to go see gamers Don’t put people on suicide watch who aren’t
suicidal (what are you reinforcing?) Get up and go in to see these folks for SRA’s
at any time of the day or night- it pays off in the long run
Support the use of restraints when called for
INTERVENTION- Antisocial
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A pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity, as indicated by five (or more) of the following: Frantic efforts to avoid real or imagined abandonment.
(Note: Do not include suicidal or self-mutilating behavior covered in Criterion 5.)
A pattern of unstable and intense interpersonal relationships characterized by alternating between extremes of idealization and devaluation.
Identity disturbance: markedly and persistently unstable self-image or sense of self.
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER
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Impulsivity is at least two areas that are
potentially self-damaging (e.g., spending, sex, substance abuse, reckless driving, binge eating). (Note: Do not include suicidal or self-mutilating behavior covered in Criterion 5.)
Recurrent suicidal behavior, gestures, or threats, or self-mutilating behavior.
Affective instability due to a marked reactivity of mood (e.g., intense episodic dysphoria, irritability, or anxiety usually lasting a few hours and only rarely more than a few days.)
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER
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Chronic feelings of emptiness. Inappropriate, intense anger or difficulty
controlling anger (e.g., frequent displays of temper, constant anger, recurrent physical fights).
Transient, stress-related paranoid ideation or severe dissociative symptoms.
(DSM-5)
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER
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PREOCCUPATION- emotional validation CENTRAL AFFECT- shame BELIEF ABOUT SELF- I must be loved by all the
important people in my life at all times or I am worthless
BELIEF ABOUT OTHERS- Some people are all good, and some are all bad
PRIMARY DEFENSES- splitting, projection, denial
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Borderline
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Abandonment depression is composed of
rage, suicidal impulses, panic, hopelessness, helplessness, emptiness, and guilt
Underlying threat kept at bay Act out to avoid these feelings
(Masterson, 2004)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Borderline
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Emotional vulnerability- high sensitivity, high
intensity, and slow return to baseline Self-invalidation- feel chronically invalidated Unrelenting crises Inhibited grieving- inhibit and over-control
negative emotional responses Active passivity- passive interpersonal
problem-solving style (may be passive in session)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Borderline
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Apparent competence- appear deceptively more
competent than he/she is
Interpreting communications of intense pain/agony or current crises as manipulative is invalidating to the patient, and contraindicated
SIB is an attempt to re-establish emotional equilibrium
Splitting is due to cognitive rigidity. They vacillate between divergent views they cannot reconcile
(Linehan, 1993)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Borderline
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Short-term goals: containment of acting out,
verbalization of affects, improved ego functioning and adaptation, increase in self-activation
Confrontation is the primary approach
(Masterson, 2004)
INTERVNETION-Borderline
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Get Me Out of Here , Stop Walking on
Eggshells– great therapy resources Linehan’s book/workbook- Bible Weekly IT sessions and weekly skills groups
(different therapists if possible) Crisis-initiated contacts ok, but deduct time
from IT session as a result In IT session, do behavioral analysis of
crises/acting out from previous week
INTERVENTION- Borderline
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Another driver of disruptive behavior Unlike antisocial, not based on power Can be due to boredom, intense emotions,
being alone, feeling hopeless Often threaten self-injury or engage in
SIB/gestures Lots of SRA’s (templates) Also can assault others, hold food slot, destroy
property
DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR- Borderline
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Use a DBT-informed approach Be aware of behavioral principles Pull from the cell weekly (be consistent) Use DBT handouts Be very brief with crisis intervention Can use the phone from home Must get the SHU Lt. on board May need out of the cell by Lt. when upset
(holding cell)
INTERVENTION-Borderline
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A pervasive pattern of excessive emotionality and attention seeking, as indicated by five (or more) of the following: Is uncomfortable in situations in which he or she is not
the center of attention. Interaction with others is often characterized by
inappropriate sexually seductive or provocative behavior.
Displays rapidly shifting and shallow expression of emotions.
Consistently uses physical appearance to draw attention to self.
HISTRIONIC PERSONALITY DISORDER
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Has a style of speech that is excessively
impressionistic and lacking in detail. Shows self-dramatization, theatricality, and
exaggerated expression of emotion. Is suggestible (i.e., easily influenced by others
or circumstances). Considers relationships to be more intimate
than they actually are.(DSM-5)
HISTRIONIC PERSONALITY DISORDER
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PREOCCUPATION- Power and sexuality in own
gender/other gender CENTRAL AFFECTS- Fear, shame, guilt BELIEF ABOUT SELF- My gender makes me
weak, vulnerable BELIEF ABOUT OTHERS- People of my gender
are of little value; people of the other gender are powerful, exciting, potentially damaging
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Histrionic
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PRIMARY DEFENSES- Repression, regression,
conversion, sexualizing, acting out
(PDM)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Histrionic
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More likely to encounter in female institutions More prevalent with homosexual men and/or
men with symptoms of GD Differs from borderline PD- not self-
destructive, chronic feelings of emptiness and identity disturbance
Differs from narcissistic PD- willing to appear weak/inferior to gain attention
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Histrionic
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Relationally-oriented therapy is most helpful Patient needs to increase self-definition May respond well to interpretation
(PDM)
INTERVENTION- Histrionic
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Allow patient to vent strong emotions Demonstrate healthy boundaries Identify self-defeating behaviors Assertiveness training, anger management Focus on strengths May be more likely to make PREA allegations-
follow policy
INTERVENTION- Histrionic
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A pervasive pattern of grandiosity (in fantasy or behavior), need for admiration, and lack of empathy as indicated by five (or more) of the following: Has a grandiose sense of self-importance (e.g.,
exaggerates achievements and talents, expects to be recognized as superior without commensurate achievements).
Is preoccupied with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love.
Believes that he or she is “special” and unique and can only be understood by, or should associate with, other special or high status people (or institutions).
NARCISSISTIC PERSONALITY DISORDER
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Requires excessive admiration. Has a sense of entitlement (i.e., unreasonable
expectations of especially favorable treatment or automatic compliance with his or her expectations).
Is interpersonally exploitative (i.e., takes advantage of others to achieve his or her own ends).
Lacks empathy: is unwilling to recognize or identify with the feelings and needs of others.
Is often envious of others or believes that others are envious of him or her.
Shows arrogant, haughty behaviors or attitudes.(DSM-5)
NARCISSISTIC PERSONALITY DISORDER
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PREOCCUPATION- Inflation/deflation of self-
esteem CENTRAL AFFECTS- Shame, contempt, envy BELIEF ABOUT SELF- I need to be perfect to feel
okay BELIEF ABOUT OTHERS- Others enjoy riches,
beauty, power, and fame; the more of those I have, the better I will feel
PRIMARY DEFENSES- Idealization, devaluation(PDM)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Narcissistic
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Have a sense of inner emptiness and
meaninglessness requiring recurrent infusions of external confirmation of their importance and value
When deprived (PRISON), they feel depressed, shamed, and envious of those who succeed in attaining the supplies they lack
Spend a lot of time evaluating their status relative to others
(PDM)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Narcissistic
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Different from antisocials- don’t exhibit
impulsivity, aggression, deceit, criminal behavior
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS- Narcissistic
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Must effect therapeutic change without
precipitating a defensive reaction Confrontation is contraindicated Therapeutic neutrality and keeping the
therapeutic frame are primary interventions
(Masterson, 2004)
INTERVENTION- Narcissistic
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May make disparaging, belittling comments-
be professional Praise appropriate behavior and capacity for
same Exhibit healthy boundaries- they expect staff
to do whatever they want/need Likely to have cellmate problems and
problems with staff- address from egocentric perspective (work within the belief system)
INTERVENTION- Narcissistic
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Why didn’t my professor tell me about this? Very common among BOP inmates More borderline/antisocials on our radar at
USP’s Lot of antisocial/narcissists in prison
HYBRID PERSONALITY DISORDERS
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Antisocial/narcissists- avoid making them
defensive or feel belittled, and avoid appearing to want to control them
Antisocial/borderline- validate their emotional experience while not coming off as telling them what to do
HYBRID PERSONALITY DISORDERS
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Consult with peers Own your interventions/style Practice interventions out loud and use
visualization Seek supervision Read, read read! “Don’t cast your pearls before swine” “The teacher appears when the student is
ready”
FINAL THOUGHTS