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

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

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

    How do personality disorders affect social relationships?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    How do personality disorders typically affect social relationships?

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

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

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

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