Question 1

How many specific personality disorders are described in DSM 5?&#10;A) 3&#10;B) 7&#10;C) 10&#10;D) 12

Accepted Answer

The DSM-5 describes 10 specific personality disorders. These are grouped into three clusters: Cluster A (odd or eccentric disorders), Cluster B (dramatic, emotional, or erratic disorders), and Cluster C (anxious or fearful disorders).

Question 2

The personality disorder referred to as 'antisocial' in DSM 5 is known by which name in ICD-10?&#10;A) Paranoid&#10;B) Dissocial&#10;C) Anankastic&#10;D) Histrionic

Accepted Answer

The personality disorder referred to as 'antisocial' in the DSM-5 is known as 'dissocial personality disorder' in the ICD-10.

Question 3

Which of the following is an indicator of psychopathy, but not antisocial personality disorder?&#10;A) Antisocial and criminal behaviour&#10;B) Poverty of emotions&#10;C) Deceitfulness&#10;D) Reckless disregard for safety of self and others

Accepted Answer

Poverty of emotions is more specifically associated with psychopathy than antisocial personality disorder (ASPD). While both conditions share traits like deceitfulness and disregard for safety, psychopathy is uniquely marked by a lack of empathy and shallow emotions.

Question 4

What is the upper estimate for the prevalence of antisocial personality disorder in forensic settings?&#10;A) 20%&#10;B) 60%&#10;C) 80%&#10;D) 100%

Accepted Answer

The upper estimate for the prevalence of antisocial personality disorder in forensic settings is about 80%, as it is more common among individuals in these environments compared to the general population.

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true?&#10;A) Both personality disorder diagnoses, and dimensions of personality disorders, are stable over time&#10;B) Both personality disorder diagnoses, and dimensions of personality disorders, are unstable over time&#10;C) Personality disorder diagnoses are stable over time, but dimensions of personality disorders are unstable&#10;D) Personality disorder diagnoses are unstable over time, but dimensions of personality disorders are stable

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

According to Blair's theory, psychopathic traits can be broken down into which two components?&#10;A) Antagonistic-aggressive and withdrawn-passive&#10;B) Callous-unemotional and impulsive-antisocial&#10;C) Antagonistic-aggressive and impulsive-antisocial&#10;D) Callous-unemotional and withdrawn-passive

Accepted Answer

Blair's theory posits that psychopathic traits can be categorized into two main components: callous-unemotional traits, which relate to a lack of empathy and remorse, and impulsive-antisocial traits, which encompass impulsivity and a tendency towards antisocial behavior.

Question 7

According to Blair's theory of psychopathy, reduced empathy for emotional distress in others is associated with&#8230;.&#10;A) Increased activity in both amygdala and ventromedial prefrontal cortex&#10;B) Increased activity in amygdala and reduced activity in ventromedial prefrontal cortex&#10;C) Reduced activity in both amygdala and ventromedial prefrontal cortex&#10;D) Reduced activity in amygdala and increased activity in ventromedial prefrontal cortex

Accepted Answer

Blair's theory of psychopathy suggests that individuals with psychopathy exhibit reduced empathy for the emotional distress of others due to reduced activity in both the amygdala and the ventromedial prefrontal cortex. These brain regions are crucial for processing emotions and empathy.

Question 8

Which hormone has been implicated in borderline personality disorder?&#10;A) Melatonin&#10;B) Galanin&#10;C) Oxytocin&#10;D) Ghrelin

Accepted Answer

Oxytocin has been implicated in borderline personality disorder due to its role in regulating social behaviors, stress, and emotional responses, which are areas often affected in individuals with this condition.

Question 9

Which psychological therapy for borderline personality disorder incorporates elements of 'mindfulness'?&#10;A) Schema therapy&#10;B) Transference focussed therapy&#10;C) Therapeutic communities&#10;D) Dialectical behaviour therapy

Accepted Answer

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) incorporates elements of mindfulness as a core part of its approach to treating borderline personality disorder. Mindfulness helps individuals become more aware of their thoughts and feelings in the present moment without judgment, which is a key aspect of DBT.

Question 10

Cognitive and behavioural interventions for antisocial personality disorder can lead to reductions in&#8230;.&#10;A) Criminal offending&#10;B) Impulsivity&#10;C) Disregard for others&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cognitive and behavioural interventions for antisocial personality...

Deck 11: Personality Disorders