Personality Disorders: Borderline and Histrionic
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Personality Disorders: Borderline and Histrionic

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Which Cluster A personality disorder is characterized by being eccentric, aloof, isolated, and having a discomfort with humans?

Schizoid

What type of personality disorders are characterized as emotional and erratic?

Cluster B

Which defense mechanism is often used by individuals with Antisocial personality disorder?

Projection

Which childhood diagnosis is often a precursor to Antisocial personality disorder?

<p>Conduct disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a Cluster A personality disorder?

<p>Antisocial</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is characterized by a perfectionist and rigid approach to rules and organization?

<p>Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following personality disorders is associated with a lack of self-confidence and extreme reliance on others?

<p>Dependent personality disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is marked by an exaggerated sense of self-worth and a tendency to blame others?

<p>Narcissistic personality disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Cluster B personality disorder is associated with intense and chaotic relationships?

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

Which personality disorder is marked by a fear of rejection and avoidance of social interactions?

<p>Avoidant personality disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is often confused with borderline personality disorder due to similarities in their presentations?

<p>Bipolar disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of treatment for anorexia nervosa?

<p>Healthy weight gain without medical issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment for cluster B personality disorders?

<p>Dialectical behavioral treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of anorexia nervosa?

<p>Morbid fear of obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of setting boundaries in treating cluster B personality disorders?

<p>To give the message 'I accept you, but not your behaviors'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common co-occurring diagnosis with personality disorders?

<p>Eating disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of group training skills in treating personality disorders?

<p>Increasing adaptive behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

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