The Benefits of Using Couple/Individual Therapies and Medical Interventions in the Treatment of Paranoid Personality Disordered Spouse: A Case Study

Mary Frances Ezeakunne

Abstract


There are many cases of couple conflict laden relationships today. Many factors are responsible for these conflicts. The strained relationships between couples affect the children and smooth functioning of the family system. This study explored the contribution of paranoid personality disorder as one of the major causes of couple dispute, conflicts and stormy relationships among couples. The study went further to highlight the efficacy of using individual therapy (psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies), couple therapy and medication as therapeutic and medical interventions in addressing the conflicts accruing from a paranoid personality disordered spouse. As its design, the study employed a case study approach of a paranoid spouse called Tonia and her husband called Anthonio. The study is an attempt to present the psychotherapeutic approaches used at Mater Christi Human Development and Religious Formation Centre, Amawbia. Through this case study approach, the clinical experiences are shared and these experiences can be of great benefits to other professional colleagues. Moreover, the positive results are obvious when using medication, individual and couple therapies in the treatment of a paranoid disordered couple. The couple’s relationship with each other improved considerably after using the above therapeutic techniques.

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