Question 1

Which of the following personality disorders describes a person who is dramatic and flamboyant and who exhibits excessive emotional and attention seeking behavior?

Accepted Answer

The personality disorder that describes a person who is dramatic and flamboyant and who exhibits excessive emotional and attention seeking behavior is called histrionic personality disorder.

Question 2

A person with which personality disorder would have an extremely unstable self-image,would be moody,extremely sensitive to any hint of criticism or rejection by others,and unable to form stable relationships?

Accepted Answer

These symptoms are consistent with borderline personality disorder, which is characterized by unstable mood, self-image, and relationships, as well as intense fear of abandonment and a pattern of impulsive and self-destructive behavior. Histrionic personality disorder also involves emotional instability and sensitivity to criticism, but it is marked more by attention-seeking behavior and a need for approval and admiration from others. Narcissistic personality disorder involves an inflated sense of self-importance and lack of empathy for others. Dependent personality disorder involves a pattern of excessive reliance on others for decision-making and emotional support.

Question 3

Discomfort in social situations,fear of evaluation,and timidity are characteristic of which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Discomfort in social situations, fear of evaluation, and timidity are characteristic of avoidant personality disorder. The other options listed have different defining features.

Question 4

Salvatore has extreme perfectionism that often prevents him from completing tasks.He begins his rigid schedule at 6 a.m.and does not deviate from it, even when it would be helpful.Salvatore would most likely be diagnosed with which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

The extreme perfectionism and rigid adherence to a schedule are common traits of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. These individuals have an excessive need for control and order and often struggle to complete tasks due to their perfectionism. They may also be preoccupied with details and rules, and have difficulty delegating tasks or being flexible in their routines. The other options (narcissistic, histrionic, avoidant) do not match the traits described in the scenario.

Question 5

Which of the following personality disorders describes a person who has an exaggerated sense of self-importance,who needs constant admiration,and often fantasizes about power,wealth,brilliance,or beauty?

Accepted Answer

The described traits fit the criteria for Narcissistic Personality Disorder, which involves a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy. Dependent Personality Disorder involves a pervasive need to be taken care of, while Histrionic Personality Disorder involves a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking. Schizoid Personality Disorder involves a pattern of social detachment and limited emotional expression, which does not fit the described traits.

Question 6

Which of the following persons would most likely be diagnosed with an obsessive-compulsive personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is characterized by an excessive need for orderliness, perfectionism, and control. Option A describes someone who is a perfectionist and follows a rigid routine, which are common traits of this disorder. Option B describes paranoid personality disorder, option C describes antisocial personality disorder, and option D describes avoidant personality disorder.

Question 7

Because they receive so much attention.celebrities appear more likely than noncelebrities to have which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by a sense of grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy. Celebrities, who often receive constant attention and adoration from fans and the media, might be more likely to develop a narcissistic personality disorder.

Question 8

People who think of themselves as wonderful,brilliant,important,and worthy of constant admiration have the characteristics of which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. People with this disorder often have an inflated sense of their own abilities and achievements and believe that they are entitled to special treatment. They may also be preoccupied with fantasies of success, power, and attractiveness.

Question 9

One who is quite concerned with orderliness,perfectionism and a rigid routine might be classified as having which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

The description matches the criteria for obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, which is characterized by a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control, as well as rigid routines and difficulty delegating tasks. Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by attention-seeking behavior, while schizoid personality disorder is characterized by social withdrawal, and avoidant personality disorder is characterized by a fear of rejection and avoidance of social situations.

Question 10

Tom is convinced that he will be a famous rock star.In fact,he is not shy about telling people what a great guitarist he is and how they better get his autograph now.Tom most likely suffers from which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Tom displays signs of narcissistic personality disorder, which is characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy towards others. This includes bragging about one's abilities and accomplishments, as well as expecting special treatment and admiration from others.

Question 11

Blanche is always overly dramatic when discussing her "trouble"" to anyone that will listen.She enjoys being the center of attention and being catered to by everyone,especially men.Blanche's behavior fits the description of which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Blanche's behavior fits the criteria for histrionic personality disorder, which is characterized by excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior, as well as the need to be the center of attention.

Question 12

Edgar constantly seeks attention from everyone,including strangers,by dramatizing his every emotion and action.Edgar would be described as having which type of personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Edgar's behavior of seeking attention by dramatizing every emotion and action is a characteristic of histrionic personality disorder.

Question 13

Paula would love to have friends and go to the movies and parties,but she just knows that she would embarrass herself in these situations by not wearing the "right" clothes or not being able to carry on a conversation.Paula would be diagnosed as having which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described in the scenario point towards avoidant personality disorder, which is characterized by a fear of social situations, a preoccupation with being criticized or rejected, feelings of inadequacy, and reluctance to take risks or try new things. The fear of embarrassment and not wearing the "right" clothes or not being able to carry on a conversation are consistent with the avoidant personality. Schizoid personality disorder is characterized by social isolation and lack of interest in social relationships, antisocial personality disorder involves disregard for others' rights and a tendency towards criminal behavior, and histrionic personality disorder involves attention-seeking behavior and exaggerated emotions.

Question 14

Abby suffers from extremely low self-confidence and always places everyone else's needs ahead of her own.Abby's behavior fits the description of which type of personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Abby's behavior fits the description of dependent personality disorder, which is characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of, fear of separation, and difficulty making decisions without excessive reassurance from others. Individuals with dependent personality disorder often lack self-confidence and allow others to make important decisions for them.

Question 15

Limited emotion and a lack of interest in achieving close personal relationships with others is characteristic of which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Limited emotion and a lack of interest in achieving close personal relationships with others is characteristic of schizoid personality disorder. Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by excessive attention-seeking behavior and emotional expression, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is characterized by perfectionism and preoccupation with orderliness, and avoidant personality disorder is characterized by social inhibition and feelings of inadequacy.

Question 16

Which of the following persons would most likely be diagnosed with an avoidant personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Avoidant Personality Disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation. Walter is the only option who exhibits discomfort in social situations and fear of negative evaluation.

Question 17

John has a lack of interest in having friends or lovers,experiences very little emotion,and prefers to be alone.He would be described as having which of the following personality disorders?

Accepted Answer

John displays the symptoms consistent with schizoid personality disorder, which includes a lack of interest in social relationships, emotional detachment, and a preference for solitary activities. The other options do not fit John's presentation as well. Avoidant personality disorder involves a fear of rejection and social situations. Borderline personality disorder is characterized by unstable moods and relationships. Paranoid personality disorder involves distrust and suspicion of others.

Question 18

Wally has a good business that he operates by himself.People say that he does a good job,but they can tell that he interacts with people only as much as required for his business to succeed.They have never seen him smile or show any real emotion.His relatives tell people that Wally does not attend any community functions because he prefers to be alone.Wally fits the description of which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Wally's behavior of preferring to be alone and not showing emotions fits the criteria for the schizoid personality disorder.

Question 19

Arnold often daydreams about being a major CEO and being admired by the entire population.He cannot understand why his teachers and fellow students do not see his brilliance and his great potential,but he is sure that "someday,they will tell their grandchildren that they were in class with the great Arnold P." Arnold is exhibiting symptoms of which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Arnold's daydreams about being a major CEO and being admired by the entire population and his belief in his own brilliance and great potential suggest that he may have a narcissistic personality disorder. People with narcissistic personality disorder often have an exaggerated sense of their own abilities, are preoccupied with fantasies of success, power, and attractiveness, and believe they are special and unique.

Question 20

Gwendolyn is a 34-year-old unmarried woman who relies on her parents to take care of her.She refuses to move out because she has an extreme lack of self-confidence and feels that her parents do a better job of structuring her life than anyone else,including herself.Gwendolyn fits the description of which personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Gwendolyn demonstrates an extreme level of dependency on her parents and lacks the self-confidence to take care of herself. This behavior is indicative of Dependent Personality Disorder.

Quiz 14: C: Psychological Disorders