Question 1

When he sees something on sale at the store, Juan has great difficulty not purchasing it despite the fact that he is heavily in debt. Based on his inability to control this drive, one might say that one has which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Juan's inability to resist the urge to purchase items on sale despite his heavy debt suggests a lack of impulse control. This behavior is typical of individuals with impulse control disorders, which are characterized by a failure to resist urges or impulses that may be harmful or dangerous. While the other disorders listed may also lead to impulsive behavior, the information provided in the question does not suggest that these disorders are the most likely explanation for Juan's behavior.

Question 2

Psychodynamic theorists view kleptomania as ______.

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic theorists view kleptomania as a defense against unconscious penis envy in women and castration anxiety in men. They believe that individuals with kleptomania feel a sense of power and control by stealing objects that represent phallic symbols. This behavior is an attempt to compensate for feelings of inadequacy and insecurity about their own sexual organs.

Question 3

People with personality disorders tend to perceive their traits as ego dystonic-as not being
natural parts of themselves.

Accepted Answer

People with personality disorders often perceive their traits as ego-syntonic, meaning they see these traits as natural and consistent parts of themselves, not as foreign or distressing.

Question 4

People with impulse control disorders are most likely to also have ______ disorders.

Accepted Answer

Impulse control disorders are often comorbid with mood disorders, as both involve difficulties in regulating emotions and behaviors.

Question 5

Which of the following is a type of impulse-control disorder characterized by repeated episodes of impulsive, uncontrollable aggression in which people strike out at others or destroy property?

Accepted Answer

Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) is the type of impulse-control disorder characterized by repeated episodes of impulsive, uncontrollable aggression in which people strike out at others or destroy property. Obsessive compulsive disorder (B) is a different type of disorder characterized by repetitive, unwanted thoughts and behaviors. Antisocial personality disorder (C) is a personality disorder characterized by a pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others. Aggressive tendency disorder (D) is not a recognized disorder in the DSM-5.

Question 6

A type of impulse control disorder characterized by compulsive stealing is ______.

Accepted Answer

Kleptomania is a type of impulse control disorder characterized by compulsive stealing. Pyromania is a type of impulse control disorder characterized by the urge to set fires. Trichotillomania is a type of impulse control disorder characterized by the urge to pull out one's hair. Klismomania is a type of paraphilia characterized by the urge to receive enemas.

Question 7

Kleptomania shares many common features with ______.

Accepted Answer

Kleptomania is characterized by recurrent stealing behavior and overwhelming urges to steal items that are not needed or for personal use. This behavior is often driven by a sense of tension or anxiety that is relieved only by the act of stealing. This behavior is similar to the compulsive behaviors seen in obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Question 8

Clinicians need to weigh cultural and sociopolitical factors when arriving at a diagnosis of paranoid personality disorder.

Accepted Answer

Culture has a significant impact on the manifestation and perception of mental health symptoms, and sociopolitical factors can also influence the interpretation and diagnosis of certain conditions. Therefore, clinicians should consider these factors when making a diagnosis of paranoid personality disorder.

Question 9

Evidence that treatment with _________ has shown promise in treating impulsive aggression associated with IED.

Accepted Answer

Antidepressant drugs that boost serotonin availability have shown promise in treating impulsive aggression associated with IED. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in regulating mood, behavior, and impulsivity. Low levels of serotonin have been linked to impulsive aggression, and increasing serotonin availability through antidepressant medication can help regulate impulsive behavior. Antipsychotic drugs that reduce dopamine activity (option B) and increase dopamine activity (option C) are not typically used to treat impulsive aggression associated with IED. Testosterone replacement (option D) is not a commonly used treatment for IED.

Question 10

Which of the following is true of kleptomania?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is true of...

Question 11

The person with a schizoid personality has a deep interest in maintaining social relationships.

Accepted Answer

The person with a schizoid personality disorder typically lacks interest in social relationships and prefers to be alone.

Question 12

A type of impulse control disorder characterized by compulsive fire setting is ______.

Accepted Answer

Pyromania is a type of impulse control disorder characterized by compulsive fire setting. Kleptomania is characterized by compulsive stealing, trichotillomania by compulsive hair pulling, and klismomania by compulsive enema use.

Question 13

The emotions of people with schizoid personalities are as shallow or blunted as
those of people with schizophrenia.

Accepted Answer

People with schizoid personality disorder may have a restricted range of emotional expressions, but this is not the same as the emotional blunting or flat affect often seen in schizophrenia, where there is a more profound impairment in the ability to express emotions.

Question 14

Personality disorders are excessively rigid patterns of behaviors or ways of relating to others.

Accepted Answer

Personality disorders are characterized by excessively rigid patterns of behaviors, thoughts, and ways of relating to others. These patterns are often deeply ingrained and problematic, causing significant distress and impairment in social, occupational, or other areas of functioning.

Question 15

Individuals with avoidant personality disorder seem indifferent to criticism or praise and appear to be wrapped up in abstract ideas rather than in thoughts about people.

Accepted Answer

Individuals with avoidant personality disorder are actually highly sensitive to criticism and rejection, and often avoid social situations for fear of being judged or ridiculed. They may also overly focus on the negative opinions of others and have a strong desire for acceptance and approval. Additionally, they may not necessarily be wrapped up in abstract ideas, but rather may have intense anxiety about social interactions and relationships.

Question 16

DSM-5 personality disorders in Cluster C includes paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal personality disorders.

Accepted Answer

DSM-5 personality disorders in Cluster C includes avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders, not paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal personality disorders.

Question 17

Shoplifting is ______ and kleptomania is ______.

Accepted Answer

Shoplifting is a common occurrence, while kleptomania is relatively rare.

Question 18

The core feature of IED is _______.

Accepted Answer

The core feature of IED (Intermittent Explosive Disorder) is impulsive aggressiveness, characterized by recurrent, problematic, and severe outbursts of verbal or physical aggression that are disproportionate to the situation. Excessive happiness or uncontrollable depression are not associated with this disorder. Though anger is a part of IED, it is not controlled and calculated, but rather impulsive and explosive.

Question 19

Thomas just received a phone call letting him know he received a late charge for not paying his credit card on time. He throws his cell phone out the window and smashes the TV next to him. Friends say that Thomas does this often. Thomas most likely can be diagnosed as having which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Thomas's explosive and impulsive behavior, particularly in response to minor triggers, is characteristic of intermittent explosive disorder. This disorder is characterized by recurrent outbursts that are out of proportion to the situation and can result in physical harm or destruction of property.

Question 20

People with intermittent explosive disorder typically experience _____before their violent outbursts and a sense of relief afterwards.

Accepted Answer

People with intermittent explosive disorder (IED) experience a state of tension before their violent outbursts, which is often accompanied by physical symptoms such as tightening of the chest, a racing heart, or tingling sensations. After the outburst, they may experience a sense of relief. There is no evidence to suggest that people with IED experience visual or auditory hallucinations, nor is great depression a typical symptom of IED.

Quiz 12: Personality Disorders and Impulse Control Disorders