A childhood history of severe sexual abuse is more common in people with personality disorder than those without the disorder.

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Research has shown a strong link between childhood sexual abuse and borderline personality disorder. While childhood abuse can also contribute to the development of generalized anxiety and depressive disorders, the association is strongest with borderline personality disorder. There is a weaker link between childhood abuse and obsessive personality disorder.

A Childhood History of Severe Sexual Abuse Is More Common