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Personality Disorders

Psychology ⇒ Psychological Disorders

Personality Disorders starts at 11 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Personality Disorders. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.
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Describe the main difference between Cluster A and Cluster C personality disorders.
Describe the main features of borderline personality disorder.
Describe the role of genetics in the development of personality disorders.
Describe two possible causes or risk factors for developing a personality disorder.
Explain the difference between narcissistic and histrionic personality disorders.
Explain the difference between obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Explain why cultural context is important in diagnosing personality disorders.
Explain why personality disorders are difficult to treat.
Which cluster of personality disorders is described as 'dramatic, emotional, or erratic'? (1) Cluster A, (2) Cluster B, (3) Cluster C, (4) Cluster D
Which of the following is a Cluster C personality disorder? (1) Schizoid, (2) Histrionic, (3) Obsessive-Compulsive, (4) Narcissistic
Which of the following is a common comorbidity with personality disorders? (1) Diabetes, (2) Hypertension, (3) Depression, (4) Asthma
Which of the following is a common treatment approach for personality disorders? (1) Psychotherapy, (2) Surgery, (3) Chemotherapy, (4) Radiation therapy
Fill in the blank: ________ personality disorder involves social and interpersonal deficits, cognitive or perceptual distortions, and eccentric behavior.
Fill in the blank: ________ personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others.
Fill in the blank: ________ personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation.
Fill in the blank: ________ personality disorder is characterized by instability in relationships, self-image, and affect, and marked impulsivity.
True or False: Environmental factors such as childhood abuse can increase the risk of developing a personality disorder.
True or False: Histrionic personality disorder is more common in men than women.
True or False: Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) is the same as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
True or False: People with dependent personality disorder often have difficulty making everyday decisions without reassurance from others.