Question 1

Which statement is NOT generally true of those with antisocial personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with antisocial personality disorder typically have little regard for the safety of others, including their children, which contradicts the statement in option C. They often exhibit behaviors that disregard the well-being of others without exception.

Question 2

Giving in to a child's refusal to comply with a parental request may inadvertently reinforce stubborn and defiant behavior, setting the scene for the development of antisocial personality disorder. This is most like a _____ view.

Accepted Answer

The statement describes a process where a specific behavior (refusal to comply) is reinforced by a consequence (giving in), which is a fundamental concept in behavioral psychology. Behavioral psychology focuses on how external environmental stimuli influence behavior and how behaviors are learned and reinforced over time.

Question 3

A friend says to you, "He must have antisocial personality disorder; look how careful he is about his own well-being but how careless he is about others' safety." Your MOST accurate reply would be:

Accepted Answer

C) People with antisocial personality disorder often exhibit behaviors that show a disregard for both their own safety and the safety of others, contrary to the friend's assumption that they are only careless about others' safety.

Question 4

People with _____ personality disorder are emotionally unstable, impulsive, and reckless.

Accepted Answer

Borderline personality disorder is characterized by emotional instability, impulsiveness, and recklessness, fitting the description provided.

Question 5

Which statement is accurate regarding antisocial personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a long-term pattern of disregard for, or violation of, the rights of others. A significant challenge in treating antisocial personality disorder is the lack of seeking treatment by individuals themselves, often due to the nature of the disorder, which includes a lack of remorse or understanding of others' rights. When treatment is sought or provided, it often has limited effectiveness, partly because the behaviors and characteristics associated with the disorder are deeply ingrained and challenging to change.

Question 6

The absence of parental love results in emotional detachment and the use of power to form relationships. This is most likely believed by _____ therapists.

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic therapists focus on how childhood experiences and unconscious motivations influence behavior, including the effects of parental love on emotional development and relationship patterns.

Question 7

The two childhood disorders that have been related to later antisocial personality disorder are:

Accepted Answer

Conduct disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in childhood have been linked to an increased risk of developing antisocial personality disorder in adulthood. Conduct disorder involves a pattern of behavior that violates the rights of others or major age-appropriate societal norms, while ADHD is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development. Both conditions have been studied for their potential to evolve into more serious personality disorders if not addressed.

Question 8

Biologically speaking, if one wanted to treat antisocial personality disorder, one would want to _____ the individual with the disorder.

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

Janna says "There's nothing out there for me. I can't stand other people, and I can't stand myself, either. I'm just really mad right now." She likely has which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Janna's statement reflects feelings of emptiness, self-loathing, and intense anger, which are characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Individuals with BPD often experience intense emotions, fear of abandonment, and a pattern of unstable relationships.

Question 10

Which statement BEST represents current knowledge about mass murderers?

Accepted Answer

The field of psychology and criminology has yet to fully understand the complex motivations and causes behind mass murderers' actions, and there is no universally effective treatment or intervention method identified.

Question 11

"That personality disorder has become so common, I encounter it almost every day in the emergency room." MOST likely, this doctor is talking about which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is commonly encountered in emergency settings due to its associated high-risk behaviors, emotional crises, and potential for self-harm, making it a likely reference in this context.

Question 12

Which is characteristic of MOST mass murderers?

Accepted Answer

Most mass murderers are driven by feelings of persecution and a desire for revenge, rather than by antisocial personality disorder, previous imprisonment, or being under the influence of illegal substances. These individuals often harbor grievances and seek to retaliate against perceived injustices or enemies.

Question 13

Hailee respects none of society's boundaries and is insensitive to other people, frequently violating their rights. She does not consider the consequences of her actions. She MOST probably experiences:

Accepted Answer

Hailee's behavior aligns with antisocial personality disorder, characterized by a disregard for societal norms and the rights of others, lack of remorse, and impulsive actions without considering consequences.

Question 14

The strong relationship between antisocial personality disorder and substance abuse means that:

Accepted Answer

There is a high comorbidity between antisocial personality disorder and substance abuse, meaning individuals with antisocial personality disorder are more likely to abuse substances, but this does not imply causation in either direction or that curing one will cure the other.

Question 15

The fact that children may learn antisocial behavior by modeling parental conflict and aggressiveness provides support for:

Accepted Answer

Behavioral theory emphasizes learning through observation and imitation, which explains how children might learn antisocial behavior by observing parental conflict and aggressiveness.

Question 16

If you wanted to write a book about a fictional character who is a typical example of antisocial personality disorder, you might have the character exhibit all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a disregard for the rights of others, deceitfulness, and lack of remorse, rather than periods of very high anxiety, which is more characteristic of anxiety disorders.

Question 17

Camila felt like she was on an emotional roller coaster. She felt angry and empty. Camila's feelings are MOST similar to those of someone with which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

The emotional instability and feelings of emptiness described are characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), which often involves intense and fluctuating emotions, fear of abandonment, and a pattern of unstable relationships.

Question 18

A young boy's parents constantly tell him to "Be a man!" whenever he is in conflict with friends. In turn, his parents themselves often act aggressively toward each other and toward him. The theorist who would BEST be able to explain an adult diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder for this boy would be a _____ theorist.

Accepted Answer

Behavioral theorists focus on how behavior is learned through interactions with the environment. In this scenario, the boy learns aggressive behaviors through observation and reinforcement from his parents, which could contribute to the development of antisocial personality disorder.

Question 19

Assume a study of prison inmates diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder shows that they generally experience less anxiety than other people when they lie or when they con others. This outcome would MOST strongly support which theoretical position?

Accepted Answer

The finding that prison inmates with antisocial personality disorder experience less anxiety when lying or conning others supports the biological theoretical position. This is because such a response suggests a physiological or neurological basis for their behavior, rather than it being primarily influenced by social, psychological, or environmental factors. Biological theories often explore how genetics, brain structures, or biochemical processes influence behavior, which aligns with the idea of inherent differences in anxiety responses among those with antisocial personality disorder.

Question 20

What is a pseudocommando mass murderer?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 16: Personality Disorders