Unveiling Personality Disorders
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Which of the following best describes personality?

  • A pattern of beliefs and behaviors that are consistent over time (correct)
  • A set of characteristics that vary depending on the situation
  • A combination of characteristics that make us unique
  • A set of behaviors that change over time

At what age are patterns of personality disorders usually first seen?

  • Adolescence or early adulthood (correct)
  • Old age
  • Childhood
  • Middle age

What does a personality disorder indicate?

  • A temporary change in behavior
  • A normal variation of personality
  • An enduring pattern of characteristics, beliefs, and behaviors (correct)
  • A response to societal expectations

How do personality disorders typically change over time?

<p>They remain consistent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual response of an individual with a personality disorder to social discord?

<p>Distress, anxiety, depression, and acting out behaviors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When are personality disorders most likely to receive attention?

<p>When distress manifests as self-harm, harm to others, or illegal activities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did previous editions of the DSM consider personality disorders to be?

<p>A different domain of mental disorder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do daily stressors typically appear to individuals with personality disorders?

<p>Insurmountable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the perception of individuals with personality disorders regarding their thoughts and beliefs?

<p>They are the norm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do personality disorders affect social relationships?

<p>They cause difficulty in social relationships (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is characterized by social awkwardness, social withdrawal, and distorted thinking?

<p>Cluster A (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is marked by problems with impulse control, moral reasoning, and the ability to regulate emotions?

<p>Cluster B (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is typified by shy, nervous, insecure, and overly cautious behaviors?

<p>Cluster C (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is characterized by instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and emotion?

<p>Borderline Personality Disorder (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is characterized by black-and-white thinking and difficulty appreciating the grays of life?

<p>Borderline Personality Disorder (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which impulsive and harmful behaviors are commonly associated with Borderline Personality Disorder?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is diagnostically similar to schizophrenia spectrum disorders?

<p>Cluster A (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is marked by problems with impulse control and difficulty relating to others?

<p>Cluster B (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is typified by shy, nervous, and overly cautious behaviors?

<p>Cluster C (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is characterized by intense emotions and moods that can change quickly?

<p>Borderline Personality Disorder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is characterized by social awkwardness, social withdrawal, and distorted thinking?

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

Which cluster of personality disorders is marked by problems with impulse control, moral reasoning, and the ability to regulate emotions?

<p>Cluster B (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is typified by shy, nervous, insecure, and overly cautious behaviors?

<p>Cluster C (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is characterized by intense emotions and moods that can change quickly?

<p>Borderline Personality Disorder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is characterized by black-and-white thinking and difficulty appreciating the grays of life?

<p>Borderline Personality Disorder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is diagnostically similar to schizophrenia spectrum disorders?

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

Which impulsive and harmful behaviors are commonly associated with Borderline Personality Disorder?

<p>Risky sexual encounters and self-injury (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the perception of individuals with personality disorders regarding their thoughts and beliefs?

<p>They perceive them as all bad (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual response of an individual with a personality disorder to social discord?

<p>They respond impulsively and harmfully (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did previous editions of the DSM consider personality disorders to be?

<p>Personality traits (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes personality traits?

<p>They are consistent and stable over time and situations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age are patterns of personality disorders usually first seen?

<p>During adolescence or early adulthood (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical response of an individual with a personality disorder to social discord?

<p>They exhibit distress, anxiety, depression, and acting out behaviors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do personality disorders typically affect social relationships?

<p>They cause difficulties in social relationships (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the perception of individuals with personality disorders regarding their thoughts and beliefs?

<p>They believe their thoughts and beliefs are the norm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did previous editions of the DSM consider personality disorders to be?

<p>A different domain of mental disorder (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which impulsive and harmful behaviors are commonly associated with Borderline Personality Disorder?

<p>Excessive risk-taking and thrill-seeking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is characterized by social awkwardness, social withdrawal, and distorted thinking?

<p>Cluster A (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do daily stressors typically appear to individuals with personality disorders?

<p>Insurmountable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cluster of personality disorders is marked by problems with impulse control, moral reasoning, and the ability to regulate emotions?

<p>Cluster B (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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