Abnormal Psychology Chapter 12
Personality disorders are _____.
a) very treatable by psychotherapy
b) very treatable by psychiatric medication
c) very treatable by group therapy
d) very resistant to change - CORRECT ANSWER >>>very resistant to
change
The term that refers to personality traits that are perceived as a natural part
of oneself is _____.
a) integral
b) egocentric
c) ego syntonic
d) ego dystonic - CORRECT ANSWER >>>ego syntonic
In the DSM listing of personality disorder clusters, people who are perceived
as odd or eccentric would be listed under cluster ______.
- A
- B
- C
- D - CORRECT ANSWER >>>A
Sheila is a "loner." She has little interest in social relationships and appears
distant and aloof. She rarely shows any optional expression and seems
indifferent to praise and criticism. She is usually wrapped up in abstract
ideas and has little time for, or interest in people. She is most likely suffering
from _____ personality disorder.
a) schizotypal
