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Personality Disorders
A personality disorder assessment expert evaluation provides clinical evidence on how personality pathologies impact parenting and safety. These reports determine risks associated with emotional dysregulation and interpersonal conflict within family law proceedings.
Overview
When this report is required
- Required when long-standing maladaptive behaviors suggest a diagnosed personality disorder
- Utilised to understand how borderline or narcissistic traits affect a parent’s ability to prioritise child needs
- Necessary to determine the clinical “capacity to change” and likelihood of successful therapeutic engagement
- In cases where emotional instability prevents consistent and safe contact arrangements
What the expert assesses
- Borderline personality disorder family impact
- Narcissistic personality disorder traits
- Antisocial personality disorder assessment
- Emotional dysregulation evaluation
- Interpersonal functioning and parenting capacity
Report specification
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assessment Setting | Clinic, Home, Remote |
| Court Acceptance | Family Court, High Court |
| Compliance | CPR Part 35 |
CPR Part 35 Compliant
Digital Delivery
Urgent Instructions
Specialist expertise
Forensic Psychologist
Consultant Psychiatrist
Personality Disorder Specialist
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on
its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will
review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.