Quiz on Borderline Personality Disorder

What does BPD stand for in the context of the text?

• Borderline Personality Disorder

• Bipolar Disorder

• Basic Personality Disorder

• Behavioral Pattern Disruption

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CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

Which therapy is considered the first-line treatment for BPD?

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy

• Mentalization-based Treatment

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy

• Transference-focused Psychotherapy

What percentage of individuals with BPD are in remission after a 10-year study?

• 65%

• 95%

• 75%

• 85%

What is a common symptom of BPD as mentioned in the text?

• Instability of mood

• Constant happiness

• Emotional detachment

• Predictable behavior

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CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

How is BPD more commonly manifested in men compared to women?

• Substance use and antisocial behavior

• Eating disorders and self-harm

• Higher rates of therapy attendance

• Less aggressive behaviors

What brain changes are linked to BPD?

• Increased activity in the hippocampus

• Decreased size of the cerebellum

• Less input from the prefrontal cortex to the amygdala

• Overactivity in the frontal lobe

What is a significant risk factor for developing BPD?

• Large family size

• Urban upbringing

• High socioeconomic status

• Childhood adversity

What is the estimated prevalence of BPD in U.S. adults according to the NIMH?

• 4.2%

• 3.4%

• 2.5%

• 1.6%

Which symptom is NOT listed as a diagnostic criterion for BPD in the DSM-5?

• Predictable behavior

• Frantic efforts to avoid abandonment

• Unstable self-image

• Impulsivity in self-damaging areas

What outcome is associated with long-term treatment of BPD?

• Immediate cure

• Recovery is possible

• No change in symptoms

• Condition worsens