#1
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
Fear of being alone
ExplanationFear of abandonment and instability in relationships.
#2
In the DSM-5, how many clusters are Personality Disorders divided into?
3
ExplanationPersonality Disorders are divided into three clusters.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for the diagnosis of Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
Avoidant behavior
ExplanationAvoidant behavior is not a criterion for Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
#4
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Avoidant Personality Disorder?
Social inhibition
ExplanationCharacterized by social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to criticism.
#5
Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others?
Antisocial Personality Disorder
ExplanationCharacterized by disregard for others' rights and antisocial behavior.
#6
A person with Schizotypal Personality Disorder may display which of the following symptoms?
Odd beliefs or magical thinking
ExplanationOften displays odd beliefs, magical thinking, and eccentric behavior.
#7
Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation?
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ExplanationCharacterized by social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to criticism.
#8
Which of the following is a typical feature of Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)?
Perfectionism
ExplanationCharacterized by preoccupation with perfectionism, orderliness, and control.
#9
Which personality disorder is often characterized by a pattern of unstable relationships, self-image, and affect, along with marked impulsivity?
Borderline Personality Disorder
ExplanationCharacterized by instability in relationships, self-image, and mood, along with impulsivity.
#10
What is the hallmark characteristic of Schizoid Personality Disorder?
Social detachment
ExplanationHallmarked by detachment from social relationships and a limited range of emotional expression.
#11
Which personality disorder is characterized by excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior?
Histrionic Personality Disorder
ExplanationCharacterized by excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior.
#12
In which cluster of personality disorders does Schizotypal Personality Disorder belong?
Cluster A
ExplanationBelongs to Cluster A, characterized by odd or eccentric behavior.