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Personality Disorders and Clinical Symptoms Quiz

#1

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

Extreme fear of abandonment
Explanation

Fear of being left alone drives behavior.

#2

What is a common feature of narcissistic personality disorder?

Grandiosity
Explanation

Exaggerated sense of self-importance.

#3

Which of the following is a symptom of antisocial personality disorder?

Persistent lying or deceit
Explanation

Regular deceitful behavior without remorse.

#4

What distinguishes histrionic personality disorder from other personality disorders?

Pattern of attention-seeking behavior
Explanation

Constantly seeking attention and admiration.

#5

Which of the following is a criterion for diagnosing schizoid personality disorder?

Pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships
Explanation

Consistent avoidance of social interactions.

#6

What is a key characteristic of avoidant personality disorder?

Pattern of avoidance of social situations
Explanation

Persistent avoidance of social interactions.

#7

What is a common feature of schizotypal personality disorder?

Eccentric behavior and unusual beliefs
Explanation

Peculiar thoughts and behaviors.

#8

Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of distrust and suspicion of others such that their motives are interpreted as malevolent?

Paranoid personality disorder
Explanation

Constantly suspicious of others' intentions.

#9

Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, along with marked impulsivity?

Borderline personality disorder
Explanation

Frequent mood swings and unstable relationships.

#10

Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and mental and interpersonal control?

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
Explanation

Fixation on perfection and control.

#11

Which of the following is a common symptom of paranoid personality disorder?

Preoccupation with unjustified doubts about the loyalty of others
Explanation

Suspicion and distrust of others' motives.

#12

What distinguishes dependent personality disorder from other personality disorders?

Pattern of excessive need to be taken care of
Explanation

Reliance on others for decision-making and support.

#13

Which of the following personality disorders is characterized by a pervasive pattern of social and interpersonal deficits marked by acute discomfort with, and reduced capacity for, close relationships?

Avoidant personality disorder
Explanation

Fear of social rejection and isolation.

#14

What distinguishes schizoid personality disorder from other personality disorders?

Pattern of social withdrawal
Explanation

Indifference to social relationships.

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