Exam 6: Personality

Heinz Kohut focused much of his attention on the development of the narcissistic personality.

A therapist attempts to replace her client's maladaptive behaviours with adaptive behaviours through techniques such as role-playing and modelling.This therapist is probably a ________ therapist.

Alan puts on a front of being very flirtatious and seductive,and he typically draws attention to himself by dressing in an overly "macho" manner.He hopes to someday be a male model or an actor,but he is plagued by inner doubts and insecurities about himself,despite his successful image,and he constantly feels the need to impress others to boost his own ego and self-image.His behaviour is typical of someone with ________ personality disorder.

People with personality disorders listed in cluster ________ of the DSM-5 tend to engage in excessive,unpredictable,and self-centred patterns.They have difficulty forming and maintaining relationships.

Hansa wants to be involved with people.In fact,she truly loves people and has strong needs for affection and acceptance.But her fears of rejection and public embarrassment prevent her from reaching out to those around her.Instead,she sticks to her routine and refuses to take any risks or try anything new.Hansa is most likely suffering from ________ personality disorder.

Researchers have noted an association between _________ and later development of borderline personality disorder.

Discuss the cognitive-behavioural perspective on the personality disorders.

Which of the following people is MOST likely to become a criminal?

People who show excessive emotionality;who have excessive needs for praise,reassurance,and approval;and who constantly need to be the centre of attention are most likely suffering from ________ personality disorder.

Marc is a born actor.He is always the centre of attention.He is highly dramatic,overemotional,self-centred,spoiled,and inconsiderate of his friends.While he can appear charming,and is often flirtatious and seductive,he has no deep feelings toward anyone and has never had a truly intimate relationship.He has poor self-esteem and tries to impress others as a means of improving his own self-worth.He is most likely suffering from ________ personality disorder.

Many people with BPD also meet criteria for other personality disorders.

Social isolation is the cardinal feature of schizoid personality disorder.