Personality disorders in the DSM are particularly problematic for women because
A) it is more difficult to be a woman in society than it is to be a man.
B) women are seen as having more flawed personalities than men.
C) if women have a psychological problem, it is seen as part of their personality.
D) gender stereotypes are associated with many of the personality disorders.
E) more and more women are being diagnosed with traditionally "masculine" personality disorders.

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Gender stereotypes are associated with many of the personality disorders, which can lead to bias and misunderstanding of the symptoms in women. For example, borderline personality disorder is often misunderstood as just being "crazy" or overly emotional, which are stereotypes associated with women. This can lead to misdiagnosis or underdiagnosis in women.

Personality Disorders in the DSM Are Particularly Problematic for Women