#1
Which of the following is a characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
Intense fear of abandonment
ExplanationCharacteristic fear of being abandoned, common in BPD.
#2
Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy?
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
ExplanationInflated self-importance, lack of empathy, hallmark traits of NPD.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a Cluster A personality disorder?
Antisocial Personality Disorder
ExplanationAntisocial PD belongs to Cluster B, not Cluster A.
#4
What is a common feature of Avoidant Personality Disorder?
Fear of being criticized or rejected in social situations
ExplanationPersistent fear of social rejection or criticism.
#5
Which personality disorder is often characterized by a pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, along with marked impulsivity?
Borderline Personality Disorder
ExplanationInstability in relationships, self-image, and impulsivity are key in BPD.
#6
Which of the following is a common feature of Dependent Personality Disorder?
Excessive need to be taken care of
ExplanationExcessive reliance on others for decision-making and support, a hallmark of DPD.
#7
A patient presents with a long-standing pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation. Which personality disorder is most likely to be diagnosed?
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ExplanationSocial inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, typical of AvPD.
#8
Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of distrust and suspiciousness of others?
Paranoid Personality Disorder
ExplanationPersistent distrust and suspicion, core features of PPD.
#9
Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships and a restricted range of expression of emotions?
Schizoid Personality Disorder
ExplanationLack of interest in social relationships, emotional detachment, typical of SPD.