According to the biosocial developmental theory, _____ personality disorder is the outcome of a unique combination of biological, psychological, and environmental factors.

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The biosocial developmental theory proposes that borderline personality disorder is caused by a combination of biological vulnerability (such as genetics or temperament), early life experiences (such as abuse or neglect), and invalidating environments (such as families that do not acknowledge or validate emotions). While the other personality disorders listed may also have biological, psychological, and environmental factors, the biosocial developmental theory specifically emphasizes this combination as the cause of borderline personality disorder.

According to the Biosocial Developmental Theory, _____ Personality Disorder Is