Question 1

According to your text,the most accurate statement regarding the treatment of histrionic personality disorder is that

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Question 2

The psychological treatment that has been found to have significant effectiveness in helping patients with borderline personality disorder centers on

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The psychological treatment that has been found to have significant effectiveness in helping patients with borderline personality disorder is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), which aims to teach patients skills to cope with life stressors in a more effective manner, rather than regressing them to traumatic past experiences or removing attention for disordered behavior. DBT is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy that incorporates mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. It has been shown to be effective in reducing suicide attempts, self-harm behaviors, and other symptoms of borderline personality disorder. 12-step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous are not specific to borderline personality disorder and may not address the underlying issues contributing to this disorder.

Question 3

Individuals who keep to themselves because they are anxious and fearful of rejection are likely to be diagnosed with ________ personality disorder.

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Individuals with avoidant personality disorder are characterized by feelings of inadequacy, fear of criticism and rejection, and a reluctance to engage in social situations out of fear of embarrassment or ridicule. They often avoid interpersonal relationships and may struggle with low self-esteem. The other answer choices (B) schizoid, (C) schizotypal, and (D) antisocial do not match the description given.

Question 4

All of the following are mentioned in your text as appropriate treatment strategies for narcissistic personality disorder

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Question 5

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by

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Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by inflated self-importance, a sense of entitlement, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy. Individuals with this disorder often believe that they are special and deserving of special treatment or privileges.

Question 6

One of the likely problems a therapist may encounter while trying to help a patient with histrionic personality disorder is the patient's

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Patients with histrionic personality disorder often use manipulative tactics such as crying, charm, or seductive behavior in order to gain attention and/or validation from others. This behavior can make it difficult for therapists to establish a genuine therapeutic relationship and can distract from addressing the underlying issues of the disorder.

Question 7

Without understanding the thought process motivating the patient's behavior,it would probably be impossible to determine whether a patient had ________ personality disorder or ________ personality disorder.

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Question 8

The reason that individuals with avoidant personality disorder avoid most relationships is that they

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Individuals with avoidant personality disorder have a persistent fear of rejection and humiliation, as well as a sensitivity to the opinions of others. This fear may lead them to avoid social situations or relationships so as to avoid potential rejection or negative evaluation from others.

Question 9

Childhood trauma as a cause of borderline personality disorder may be too simplistic an explanation because

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While childhood trauma may be a contributing factor in the development of borderline personality disorder, it is not the sole cause. Studies have shown that there may be genetic, environmental, and neurological factors involved as well. Additionally, a significant percentage of individuals with borderline personality disorder do not have a history of childhood trauma. Therefore, it is too simplistic to attribute the disorder solely to childhood trauma.

Question 10

Amy quickly becomes the center of attention when she enters a room.She is a tall and attractive young woman who generally wears something striking.Amy is known as a flirt and acts in a seductive manner around men.When Amy speaks,she uses very exaggerated terms,even when describing relatively ordinary situations.Amy's diagnosis is most likely ________ personality disorder.

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Amy's behavior shows all the signs of histrionic personality disorder. People with histrionic personality disorder are attention-seekers and often use their physical appearance and seductive behavior to draw attention. They also tend to use exaggerated and dramatic language. Amy's behavior fits all of these criteria, making histrionic personality disorder the most likely diagnosis.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is true about narcissistic personality disorder?

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Reports of treatment success for narcissistic personality disorder are currently limited. While research on the disorder has increased, it is not known to be declining in Western societies.

Question 12

Which of the following is the most likely model to explain the cause of borderline personality disorder?

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Borderline personality disorder is believed to be caused by a combination of biological predispositions, such as abnormalities in brain structure or function, and environmental factors, such as childhood trauma or stressful life events. This model is referred to as the diathesis-stress model.

Question 13

Which of the following statements accurately describes treatment for narcissistic personality disorder?

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All of the statements accurately describe aspects of treatment for narcissistic personality disorder. Treatment often involves addressing severe depressive episodes, focusing on the patient's grandiosity and hypersensitivity, and using cognitive therapy to replace unrealistic fantasies with attainable, pleasurable experiences.

Question 14

Individuals who overreact to everything and are overly dramatic and vain are most likely to be diagnosed with ________ personality disorder.

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The characteristics mentioned in the question - overreacting, being overly dramatic, and vain - are all traits commonly associated with histrionic personality disorder. Individuals with borderline personality disorder experience intense and unstable emotions, while individuals with dependent personality disorder tend to rely heavily on others for decision making. Narcissistic personality disorder involves a grandiose sense of self-importance and entitlement, but may not necessarily include overreacting or being overly dramatic.

Question 15

Vince is extremely impressed with himself.Although he has only achieved a moderate amount of success,he thinks of himself as being uniquely special and deserving of the best of everything.Vince fantasizes frequently about great wealth and fame and does not really pay much attention to other people to note how they react to him.Vince would most likely be diagnosed with ________ personality disorder.

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Vince's excessive self-importance, lack of empathy for others, and belief that he is entitled to special treatment are common characteristics of narcissistic personality disorder.

Question 16

Research regarding psychological treatment for borderline personality disorder suggests that ________ appears to be helpful in improving mood and reducing suicidal and self-injurious behaviors.

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Research has shown that dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is effective in improving mood and reducing suicidal and self-injurious behaviors in individuals with borderline personality disorder. Cognitive therapy has also been shown to be somewhat effective, but not as consistently as DBT. Operant conditioning is not a commonly used treatment for borderline personality disorder. "Nothing" is not a valid answer as there is research suggesting effective treatments for this disorder.

Question 17

When Axel arrives late for class,he walks in with a grand entrance and apologizes to the professor and the students in class.He proceeds to tell them he had every intention of being at class on time,but the traffic was terrible and many accidents occurred,which delayed him.Axel describes this in much exaggerated detail before he takes his seat.This commonly happens every time he is late.Axel could be diagnosed with which personality disorder?

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Axel's behavior displays a pattern of attention-seeking and exaggerated emotional expression, which are characteristic of histrionic personality disorder. People with histrionic personality disorder often feel uncomfortable when they are not the center of attention and may go to great lengths to draw attention to themselves. They may also exaggerate their emotions and use dramatic and theatrical means to communicate their feelings. Axel's exaggerated story about the traffic and accidents is an example of this behavior. Neither narcissistic nor borderline personality disorder are appropriate diagnoses for Axel based on the information provided.

Question 18

People with narcissistic personality disorder display all of the following characteristics

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Question 19

Which of the following statements is true?

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Question 20

One reason why individuals with narcissistic personality disorder tend to become depressed at times is that they

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Individuals with narcissistic personality disorder often have an inflated sense of self-importance and unrealistically high expectations of themselves. When they fail to meet these expectations, they may become depressed. Additionally, they may struggle with feelings of inadequacy and fear of failure, which can contribute to depression. While they may become upset when their intimate relationships fail, they may also have difficulty acknowledging their own role in the relationship's demise and may instead blame others. They may not be overly sensitive to others' pain, and may actually struggle with empathy. Finally, their grandiose sense of self may make it unlikely that they don't think they will achieve success in life.

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