title: Managing inpatients who have personality disorders.
abstract: An increasing number of personality disorders services are being developed in medium secure settings. This specialised field is extremely challenging and professionals entering it must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to work effectively with this client group. This article aims to raise awareness of common issues and provide recognised and widely used management strategies.
authors.affiliation: Lancashire Care Secure Services, Guild Lodge, Preston.
authors.forename: Mertha M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Nyamande
authors.forename: Joseph M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Sikabbubba
mesh_terms: D004496:Education, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D007297:Inpatients; D010554:Personality Disorders / Q000451:nursing*; D012308:Risk Management