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What percentage of the general population is estimated to have personality disorders?

  • 5% to 10%
  • 20% to 30%
  • 10% to 20% (correct)
  • 30% to 40%

What percentage of psychiatric inpatients have a primary diagnosis of a personality disorder?

  • 10%
  • 20%
  • 5%
  • 15% (correct)

What percentage of those with a primary diagnosis of major mental illness also have a coexisting personality disorder?

  • 20% to 25%
  • 50% to 55%
  • 40% to 45% (correct)
  • 30% to 35%

In mental health outpatient settings, what is the estimated incidence of personality disorder?

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What is a common outcome for clients with personality disorders?

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What are personality disorders highly correlated with?

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Why are people with personality disorders often described as 'treatment resistant'?

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What is difficult to change according to the text?

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What can the slow course of treatment be for family, friends, and health care providers?

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What is the higher death rate for clients with personality disorders primarily attributed to?

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Which of the following traits is NOT considered a major trait in the development of character according to the text?

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What does self-transcendence relate to in the development of character according to the text?

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What can impact future tasks and psychosocial development according to the text?

<p>Failure to complete developmental tasks at each stage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significantly shapes character development according to the text?

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What can personality disorders result from according to the text?

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Why are cultural considerations important in judging personality functioning according to the text?

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What should not be confused with specific personality disorders according to the text?

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What can influence diagnostic decisions according to the text?

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Why is it crucial for clinicians to be aware of biases according to the text?

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What are the three major traits that contribute to the development of character according to the text?

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What percentage of the variances in temperament traits do genetic differences account for?

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At what age do temperament traits become ingrained?

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When do the difficulties associated with personality disorders tend to diminish?

<p>40s and 50s (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theory suggests that temperament is largely inherited, but social learning, culture, and random life events unique to each person influence character?

<p>Psychodynamic theory (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four genetically influenced temperament traits?

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Which personality disorder involves a pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity, beginning by early adulthood?

<p>Borderline personality disorder (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder individuals are less likely to engage in criminal behavior but may have problems with substance abuse and disregard for others' feelings?

<p>Antisocial personality disorder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorders tend to remain consistent throughout life?

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What percentage of the variance in temperament traits do genetic differences account for?

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At what age do clients with borderline personality disorder tend to demonstrate decreased impulsive behavior, increased adaptive behavior, and more stable relationships, even without treatment?

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Flashcards

Personality Disorder Prevalence

Personality disorders affect a significant portion of the population, with estimates ranging from 10% to 20% in the general population.

Personality Disorders in Psychiatric Inpatients

A substantial number of psychiatric inpatients, approximately 15%, have a primary diagnosis of a personality disorder.

Co-occurring Personality Disorders

Many individuals diagnosed with major mental illnesses also have a coexisting personality disorder, with rates ranging from 40% to 45%.

Personality Disorders in Outpatient Settings

Personality disorders are prevalent in mental health outpatient settings, with an estimated incidence of 40% to 50%.

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Higher Death Rate in Personality Disorders

Individuals with personality disorders have a higher death rate, primarily attributed to suicide.

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Correlation with Problematic Behaviors

Personality disorders are highly correlated with criminal behavior, alcoholism, and drug abuse.

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Treatment Resistance in Personality Disorders

Individuals with personality disorders are often described as 'treatment resistant' due to ingrained personality characteristics and behavioral patterns that are challenging to change.

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Difficulties in Changing Personality Traits

Personality characteristics and behavioral patterns are difficult to change, often requiring significant effort and long-term treatment.

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Frustration in Treatment

The slow pace of treatment for personality disorders can be frustrating for family, friends, and healthcare providers, as progress may be gradual.

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Major Traits for Character Development

There are three major traits that contribute to the development of character: self-directedness, cooperativeness, and self-transcendence.

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Self-Transcendence in Character Development

Self-transcendence, one of the major traits in character development, relates to feeling part of the universe and connected to something larger than oneself.

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Impact of Incomplete Developmental Tasks

Failure to complete developmental tasks at each stage can impact future tasks and psychosocial development.

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Influence on Character Development

Family, peer, and social influences significantly shape character development.

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Roots of Personality Disorders

Personality disorders can result from maladaptive, inflexible ways of viewing oneself, coping with the world, and relating to others.

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Cultural Considerations in Personality Functioning

It is essential to consider cultural factors when judging personality functioning to understand behavior displayed by people from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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Cultural Traits vs. Personality Disorders

Cultural traits like deference, passivity, politeness, or productivity should not be confused with specific personality disorders.

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Gender and Social Biases in Diagnosis

Gender stereotypes and social biases can influence diagnostic decisions, highlighting the importance of considering these factors.

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Avoiding Misdiagnosis due to Bias

Clinicians must be aware of potential biases to avoid misdiagnosing individuals from different cultural and social backgrounds.

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Temperament and Character

Temperament is thought to be largely inherited and contributes to the development of character, which is further shaped by social learning and experience.

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Genetic Influence on Temperament

Genetic differences account for approximately 50% of the variances in temperament traits.

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Temperament Development

Temperament traits become ingrained by the age of 2 to 3 years, influencing how individuals respond to the world.

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Personality Disorder Improvement

The difficulties associated with personality disorders tend to diminish in the 40s and 50s, potentially due to increased maturity and coping skills.

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Psychodynamic Theory of Temperament

Psychodynamic theory suggests that temperament is largely inherited but influenced by social learning, culture, and unique life events.

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Temperament Traits

Four genetically influenced temperament traits include harm avoidance, novelty seeking, reward dependence, and persistence.

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Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline personality disorder involves a pervasive pattern of instability in relationships, self-image, and emotions, with marked impulsivity.

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Antisocial Personality Disorder

Individuals with antisocial personality disorder often disregard social norms and the rights of others.

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Stable Personality Disorders

Some personality disorders, such as schizotypal, avoidant, and obsessive-compulsive, tend to remain consistent throughout life.

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Borderline Personality Disorder Improvement

Even without treatment, clients with borderline personality disorder often demonstrate decreased impulsivity, increased adaptive behavior, and more stable relationships by the age of 50.

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Study Notes

Personality Disorders and Etiology Theories

  • Many clients with personality disorders do not perceive their dysfunctional behaviors as a problem and may view changes as a threat.
  • The difficulties associated with personality disorders tend to diminish in the 40s and 50s.
  • Antisocial personality disorder individuals are less likely to engage in criminal behavior but may have problems with substance abuse and disregard for others' feelings.
  • Clients with borderline personality disorder tend to demonstrate decreased impulsive behavior, increased adaptive behavior, and more stable relationships by age 50, even without treatment.
  • Some personality disorders like schizotypal, avoidant, and obsessive–compulsive tend to remain consistent throughout life.
  • Personality develops through the interaction of hereditary dispositions and environmental influences.
  • Genetic differences account for about 50% of the variances in temperament traits.
  • There are four genetically influenced temperament traits: harm avoidance, novelty seeking, reward dependence, and persistence.
  • Each temperament trait affects a person’s automatic responses to certain situations, ingrained by 2 to 3 years of age.
  • DSM5-TR Diagnostic Criteria for Borderline Personality Disorder includes a pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity, beginning by early adulthood.
  • Psychodynamic theories suggest that temperament is largely inherited, but social learning, culture, and random life events unique to each person influence character.
  • The descriptions of high and low levels of traits correspond closely with the descriptions of various personality disorders.

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Test your knowledge of personality disorders and etiology theories with this quiz. Explore key concepts such as genetic influences, DSM5-TR diagnostic criteria, and the impact of temperament on behavior.

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