Question 1

Dialectical behavior therapy is used to treat which personality disorder?&#10;A)Narcissistic Personality Disorder&#10;B)Dependent personality disorder&#10;C)Borderline personality disorder&#10;D)Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder

Accepted Answer

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is specifically designed to treat Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). It focuses on providing patients with new skills to manage painful emotions and decrease conflict in relationships.

Question 2

Which personality disorder is said to be hardest to treat?&#10;A)Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder&#10;B)Antisocial personality disorder&#10;C)Narcissistic personality disorder&#10;D)Borderline personality disorder

Accepted Answer

Antisocial personality disorder is considered one of the hardest to treat because individuals with this disorder often lack remorse, may not see a need for treatment, and treatment strategies that rely on empathy and understanding can be less effective.

Question 3

Which personality disorder involves a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of that leads to submissiveness, clinging, and fears of separation?&#10;A)Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder&#10;B)Dependent personality disorder&#10;C)Borderline personality disorder&#10;D)Schizotypal personality disorder

Accepted Answer

Dependent personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of, leading to behaviors such as submissiveness, clinging to others, and fears of separation. This aligns with the description provided in the question.

Question 4

Which is not a symptom of narcissistic personality disorder?&#10;A)Grandiosity&#10;B)Need for admiration&#10;C)Exaggerated emotions&#10;D)Arrogance

Accepted Answer

Exaggerated emotions are not typically considered a symptom of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD). NPD is characterized by patterns of grandiosity, need for admiration, and arrogance, but not necessarily by exaggerated emotions.

Question 5

What childhood disorder is a requirement for a diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder?&#10;A)Conduct disorder&#10;B)Oppositional Defiant Disorder&#10;C)Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder&#10;D)Pica

Accepted Answer

Conduct disorder in childhood is a requirement for a diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). This reflects the progression from conduct problems in youth to more severe antisocial behaviors in adulthood.

Question 6

Which personality disorder is the most frequently diagnosed and studied?&#10;A)Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder&#10;B)Dependent personality disorder&#10;C)Narcissistic personality disorder&#10;D)Borderline personality disorder

Accepted Answer

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is the most frequently diagnosed and extensively studied personality disorder. It is characterized by pervasive instability in moods, interpersonal relationships, self-image, and behavior. This disorder often results in significant distress or impairment in friendships and work. The high rate of co-occurrence with other mental disorders and the severe impact on individuals' lives make BPD a major focus in psychiatric research and clinical practice.

Question 7

Which personality disorder is associated with the term psychopath?&#10;A)Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder&#10;B)Antisocial personality disorder&#10;C)Narcissistic personality disorder&#10;D)Borderline personality disorder

Accepted Answer

The term "psychopath" is most closely associated with Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). Individuals with ASPD often exhibit a lack of regard for the moral or legal standards in the local culture, a marked inability to form lasting personal relationships, and a tendency towards aggressive or antisocial behavior, which are key characteristics of what is colloquially known as psychopathy.

Deck 12: Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders