Personality Disorders | Crash Course Quiz

What is the nature of the disorders that are considered 'ego-dystonic'?

• Disorders where the sufferer is aware and distressed by their symptoms.

• Disorders where the sufferer is unaware of their condition.

• Disorders that only affect the ego.

• Disorders that have no impact on the sufferer's daily life.

Which personality disorder is characterized by a selfish grandiose sense of self-importance?

• Avoidant Personality Disorder

• Schizoid Personality Disorder

• Dependent Personality Disorder

• Narcissistic Personality Disorder

What is the main characteristic of 'ego-syntonic' disorders?

• The person is distressed by their symptoms.

• The person seeks treatment voluntarily.

• The person is aware of their condition but chooses not to seek help.

• The person does not think they have a problem.

Which cluster includes personality disorders with dramatic, emotional, or impulsive characteristics?

• Cluster C

• Cluster B

• Cluster D

• Cluster A

What is the proposed alternative for diagnosing personality disorders that replaces discrete disorders with a range of personality traits?

• The Categorical Model

• The Dimensional Model

• The Spectrum Model

• The Cluster Model

Which personality disorder is known for using dysfunctional ways to meet basic psychological needs?

• Histrionic Personality Disorder

• Narcissistic Personality Disorder

• Antisocial Personality Disorder

• Borderline Personality Disorder

What is a common misconception about Borderline Personality Disorder based on its name?

• Patients are close to being healthy.

• It only affects mood.

• It's on the border of psychosis.

• It's a mild condition.

What percentage of the general population is estimated to have antisocial personality disorder?

• About 1%

• About 5%

• About 10%

• About 15%

Which disorder is characterized by a lack of conscience for wrongdoing, even towards friends and family members?

• Narcissistic Personality Disorder

• Antisocial Personality Disorder

• Borderline Personality Disorder

• Histrionic Personality Disorder

What is a key feature of the Dimensional Model for diagnosing personality disorders?

• It focuses on preventing disorders.

• It relies on self-reporting for diagnosis.

• It uses a range of personality traits for assessment.

• It categorizes disorders into three clusters.