Question 1

Lu feels like he is being tracked by the FBI because he might be a telepathy experiment "set loose." He has thoughts about receiving instructions from others from the same experiment. What disorder would he most likely have?

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A)  Schizotypal personality disorder
B)  Schizoid personality disorder
C)  Paranoid personality disorder
D)  SchizophreniaE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 2

Discuss the gender differences found in personality disorders. Give specific examples of disorders where gender differences occur. Do the disparities indicate differences between men and women in certain basic experiences that are genetic, sociocultural, or both, or do they represent biases on the part of the clinicians who make the diagnoses?

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Question 3

Max is always sure that others are trying to harm him. His perception that the world is a threatening place impacts most of his life. Most likely, Max would be diagnosed with the personality disorder called

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A)  histrionic.
B)  avoidant.
C)  paranoid.
D)  antisocial.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Which of the following is the most likely model to explain the cause of borderline personality disorder?

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A)  Biological
B)  Early trauma resulting in posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms that are not recognized or dealt with during childhood
C)  Stressful life events
D)  Biological predisposition interacting with life events such as childhood trauma and later life stressorsE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 5

There is a great controversy regarding the classification issue of the personality disorders. Explain what are seen as problems with the current classification system used in the DSM?

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Question 6

According to Gray, which of the following is NOT a major brain system that influences learning and emotional behavior?

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A)  Behavioral inhibition system
B)  Reward system
C)  Limbic system
D)  Fight-or-flight systemE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

One of the contributing factors in the developmental history of individuals with antisocial personality disorder appears to be that their parents were more likely to have utilized

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A)  firm discipline.
B)  inconsistent discipline.
C)  an overly protective parenting style.
D)  physical discipline.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 8

A recent theory suggests that the psychological profiles of many serial killers point to the role of which psychological disorder?

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A)  Schizophrenia
B)  Antisocial personality disorder
C)  Delusional disorder
D)  Obsessive-compulsive personality disorderE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 9

In terms of feelings of inadequacy, sensitivity to criticism, and need for reassurance, individuals with ________ personality disorder and ________ personality disorder are quite similar.

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A)  dependent; avoidant
B)  dependent; schizoid
C)  schizoid; avoidant
D)  histrionic; antisocialE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

Hideki has been diagnosed with schizotypal personality disorder and has begun psychotherapy. Since he is willing to undergo a combined treatment approach, the result

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A)  is excellent since most patients seeking treatment eventually are symptom free.
B)  may be a reduction in symptoms or postponement of schizophrenia.
C)  is excellent only if he is willing to take medication.
D)  is poor since most patients go on to develop schizophrenia.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Explain what differentiates individuals with schizotypal personality disorder from schizophrenia. What are the similarities observed for individuals diagnosed with schizotypal personality disorder and schizophrenia?

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Question 12

As many of the individuals with schizotypal personality disorder who request clinical help also meet the criteria for

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A)  obsessive-compulsive disorder.
B)  substance disorder.
C)  anorexia.
D)  major depressive disorder.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

You are waiting to board a plane when you hear that the flight has been delayed due to a passing thunderstorm. The man sitting next to you says, "Passing thunderstorm, sure! That's Jim again, he's been doing everything to make me miss this meeting because he's trying to get me fired!" Of the following, this statement would be most consistent with ________ personality disorder.

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A)  avoidant
B)  histrionic
C)  borderline
D)  paranoidE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 14

The reason that individuals with avoidant personality disorder avoid most relationships is that they

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A)  are extremely sensitive to the opinions of others and fear rejection.
B)  generally dislike other people and prefer to be alone.
C)  are so stimulated by the fantasy life in their own minds that they have little need for the company of others.
D)  experience bizarre thoughts and beliefs that distance them from others.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 15

DSM-5 personality disorders are grouped into three clusters. Which of the following most accurately represents the three clusters?

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A)  Odd or eccentric; dangerous or inconsistent; shy, uncommunicative, or withdrawn
B)  Shy, uncommunicative, or withdrawn; anxious or fearful; dangerous or inconsistent
C)  Shy or withdrawn; dramatic, emotional, or erratic; bizarre or thought-disordered
D)  Odd or eccentric; dramatic, emotional, or erratic; anxious or fearfulE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Describe the basic features of antisocial personality disorder. Why is psychotherapy with this population so likely to fail?

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Question 17

According to the DSM-5, the features of antisocial personality disorder include

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A)  instances of physical cruelty to animals.
B)  an attitude of entitlement toward fulfilling expectations.
C)  a demonstrated impulsivity or failure to plan ahead.
D)  episodes of inappropriate, intense anger.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 18

Which of the following prevention strategies looks promising for children who are at risk for later antisocial personality disorder?

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A)  A training program for parents of toddlers (ages 1.5 to 2.5 years) 
B)  A program for families with a high degree of family dysfunction
C)  A program for families where at least one parent has a history of antisocial personality disorder
D)  All of these are correctE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 19

Unlike schizophrenia or an eating disorder, personality disorders can be viewed as disorders of

Accepted Answer

A)  biology rather than learning.
B)  learning rather than disease.
C)  degree rather than kind.
D)  functioning rather than disease.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

According to the textbook, a possible cause of schizotypal personality disorder is

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A)  genetic.
B)  environmental.
C)  brain abnormalities.
D)  all of these are correctE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

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