This text investigates the clinical application and diagnostic utility of the ICD-11 classification system for personality disorders. Bo Bach, a recognized expert in personality pathology and diagnostic systems, provides a comprehensive framework for transitioning from the categorical models of the past to the dimensional approach adopted by the World Health Organization. The book synthesizes empirical research and clinical guidelines to assist practitioners in identifying, assessing, and treating personality dysfunction within the new international standard.

Clinicians and researchers view this work as a primary resource for navigating the shift in diagnostic standards for personality pathology. Experts highlight the clarity of the author's methodology, noting that the text serves as a practical guide for implementing the ICD-11 framework in real-world clinical settings.