Week 9

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Which of the following is NOT one of the five personality traits in the five-factor model?

Perfectionism (correct)

Agreeableness

Openness to experience

Neuroticism

Extroversion

What is functional inflexibility in the context of personality disorders?

Increased social interaction

Rigid application of behavioral strategies (correct)

Flexibility in coping strategies

Ability to adapt to changing situations

Emotional stability under stress

Which of the following is a characteristic of narcissistic personality disorder?

High levels of agreeableness

Emotional detachment

Excessive need for admiration (correct)

Avoidance of social interactions

Low self-esteem

The DSM-5 groups personality disorders into how many clusters?

Three Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for the rights of others?

Antisocial personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

A double negative: Which of the following is NOT an incorrect classification of Cluster C personality disorders?

Antisocial Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a trait of borderline personality disorder?

Emotional stability Signup and view all the answers

In the ICD-10 classification, which disorder corresponds to the DSM-5's borderline personality disorder?

Emotionally unstable Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is TRUE about obsessive-compulsive personality disorder?

It is defined by a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a feature of schizotypal personality disorder?

Cognitive and perceptual distortions Signup and view all the answers

The biosocial model of borderline personality disorder was developed by which theorist?

Marsha Linehan Signup and view all the answers

Which therapy combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with concepts from Zen Buddhism?

Dialectical behavior therapy Signup and view all the answers

A double negative: Which of the following is NOT untrue about the influence of culture on the development of personality disorders?

Culture only affects the prevalence of personality disorders, not their nature. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of cognitive analytic therapy?

Understanding early relational experiences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for diagnosing antisocial personality disorder?

Excessive need for admiration Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the 'labeling effect' in personality disorders?

It refers to the misclassification of symptoms due to cultural differences. Signup and view all the answers

A double negative: Which of the following is NOT unlikely to contribute to the development of borderline personality disorder?

Strong social support Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following disorders is characterized by a pattern of social inhibition and feelings of inadequacy?

Avoidant personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

According to Beck's cognitive model, what influences the processing of social information in personality disorders?

Core beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is most closely associated with frequent self-harm and suicidality?

Borderline personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance and a lack of empathy?

Narcissistic personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

A double negative: Which of the following is NOT an invalid classification of a personality disorder cluster?

Cluster C: Anxious or fearful Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is TRUE about the prevalence of personality disorders in clinical settings?

The prevalence increases to 25-40%. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main therapeutic goal of schema therapy?

Changing early maladaptive schemas Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder involves a pervasive pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking?

Histrionic personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of avoidant personality disorder?

Grandiosity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following models integrates biological, social, cognitive, and behavioral theories?

Dialectical behavior therapy Signup and view all the answers

A double negative: Which of the following is NOT untrue about the relationship between personality disorders and social expectations?

Social expectations do not affect personality traits. Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is associated with a pervasive pattern of submissive and clinging behavior?

Dependent personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following therapies focuses on helping clients change their early maladaptive schemas?

Schema therapy Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Personality Traits and Disorders

Five-factor model includes: Neuroticism, Extroversion, Agreeableness, Openness to Experience; Perfectionism is NOT one of them.
Functional inflexibility refers to a rigid application of behavioral strategies in personality disorders.

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Characterized by excessive need for admiration; not associated with high agreeableness or low self-esteem.

Personality Disorder Clusters

DSM-5 categorizes personality disorders into three clusters.
Antisocial personality disorder shows a pattern of disregard for the rights of others.

Cluster C Disorders

Incorrect classifications in Cluster C include: Antisocial, Schizotypal, Paranoid; Dependent and Obsessive-compulsive are correct.

Borderline Personality Disorder

Key traits include emotional instability, impulsivity, unstable relationships, fear of abandonment, and chronic feelings of emptiness.
Corresponds to "Emotionally unstable" in ICD-10 classification.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

Defined by preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control; it is NOT characterized by a lack of interest in these aspects.

Schizotypal Personality Disorder

Features cognitive and perceptual distortions along with a lack of desire for social relationships.

Treatment Models

The biosocial model for borderline personality disorder was developed by Marsha Linehan.
Dialectical behavior therapy combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with Zen Buddhism concepts.
Cognitive analytic therapy focuses on understanding early relational experiences.

Antisocial Personality Disorder Criteria

Key criteria include persistent lying, impulsivity, irresponsibility, and lack of remorse; does NOT require excessive need for admiration.

Labelling Effect

Refers to the impact a diagnosis can have, potentially misclassifying symptoms due to cultural biases or reinforcing negative behaviors.

Borderline Personality Disorder Development Factors

Factors contributing to development include emotional vulnerability, invalidating environments, childhood trauma, and genetic predisposition; strong social support is unlikely to contribute negatively.

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Characterized by fear of rejection, hypersensitivity to criticism, social inhibition, and feelings of inadequacy; does NOT involve grandiosity.

Models Integrating Various Theories

Schema therapy combines biological, social, cognitive, and behavioral theories.

Social expectations influence the perception of personality traits, making traits aligning with societal norms less pathologized; deviations may be considered pathological.

Dependent Personality Disorder

Involves pervasive submissive and clinging behavior.

Therapy for Early Maladaptive Schemas

Schema therapy focuses on helping clients change early maladaptive schemas, fostering personal growth and understanding.

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Explore critical concepts in personality psychology, including the five-factor model and the classification of personality disorders as per DSM-5. This quiz covers various personality traits, disorders, and their characteristics, focusing on Narcissistic and Borderline Personality Disorders. Test your understanding of the intricacies of personality disorders and their clusters.