Question 1

James has autism spectrum disorder and has also been diagnosed with a Cluster A personality disorder.What personality disorder has James most likely been diagnosed with?

Accepted Answer

A) paranoid personality disorder 
B) schizoid personality disorder 
C) avoidant personality disorder 
D) schizotypal personality disorder

Question 2

Explain what differentiates individuals with schizotypal personality disorder from those with schizophrenia.What are the similarities observed for individuals diagnosed with schizotypal personality disorder and those with schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Data from long-term follow-up research indicates that many adults with antisocial personality disorder or psychopathy had another condition as children.What is that condition?

Accepted Answer

A) learning disability 
B) attention deficit hyperactivity disorder 
C) conduct disorder 
D) autism

Question 4

According to a study by Ford and Widiger (1989), what is most likely the cause of gender differences observed in the prevalence of many personality disorders?

Accepted Answer

A) cultural scripts that dictate the type of disordered behaviour appropriate for each gender 
B) genetic differences 
C) gender-specific, learned behaviour patterns 
D) gender bias on the part of the diagnosing clinician

Question 5

Amy quickly becomes the centre of attention when she enters a room.She is a tall and attractive young woman who generally wears something striking.Amy is known as a flirt and acts in a seductive manner around men.When Amy speaks, she uses exaggerated terms, even when describing relatively ordinary situations.What is Amy's most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

A) histrionic personality disorder 
B) dependent personality disorder 
C) borderline personality disorder 
D) narcissistic personality disorder

Question 6

What is the primary characteristic of narcissistic personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

A) thinking of oneself as deserving of special treatment 
B) exaggerated emotions and seductive behaviour 
C) a constant need for reassurance and approval 
D) impulsivity

Question 7

Which temperamental factor links social anxiety and avoidant personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

A) behavioural inhibition 
B) anxiety sensitivity 
C) fear 
D) suggestibility

Question 8

Describe the similarities and differences between individuals with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder and individuals diagnosed with the anxiety disorder called obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

Of the DSM-5 personality disorders, which disorders are relatively rare, occurring in less than one percent of the general population?

Accepted Answer

A) histrionic, avoidant, and schizoid personality disorders 
B) schizoid, schizotypal, dependent, and histrionic personality disorders 
C) schizoid, narcissistic, and avoidant personality disorders 
D) paranoid, schizotypal, histrionic, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders

Question 10

In which of the following examples is a subtle but important difference between the unusual perceptual experiences associated with schizotypal personality disorder versus schizophrenia apparent?

Accepted Answer

A) People with schizotypal personality disorder may have the feeling that someone else is in the room (when there isn't), whereas people with schizophrenia may strongly believe others are trying to hurt them. 
B) People with schizotypal personality disorder may have the feeling that someone else is in the room (when there isn't), whereas people with schizophrenia may strongly believe there is someone else in the room (when there isn't). 
C) People with schizotypal personality disorder are very emotional, whereas people with schizophrenia express little emotion. 
D) People with schizotypal personality disorder may think they have a "sixth sense," whereas people with schizophrenia may strongly believe they have superhuman powers.

Question 11

Which statement best describes patients diagnosed with schizoid personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

A) They are usually indifferent to the idea of changing their behaviour but make more progress once they become invested in the therapeutic relationship. 
B) They are usually highly resistant to begin therapy at first but become more motivated if they have a trusting relationship with the therapist. 
C) They are usually indifferent to the idea of changing their behaviour until they are convinced of the potential benefits to themselves. 
D) They are usually not motivated to begin therapy but may make some progress with social skills training.

Question 12

One of the contributing factors in the developmental history of individuals with antisocial personality disorder or psychopathy appears to involve parenting.Which behaviour were their parents more likely than average parents to have used?

Accepted Answer

A) an overly permissive parenting style 
B) overly firm discipline 
C) physical discipline 
D) inconsistent discipline

Question 13

Dr.Angleman is having a hard time treating Craig, who has paranoid personality disorder.What problem is Dr.Angleman most likely encountering with Craig?

Accepted Answer

A) Craig won't follow treatment recommendations. 
B) Craig doesn't trust him. 
C) He can't understand Craig's belief system. 
D) He can't convince Craig to talk about his beliefs.

Question 14

Jamie keeps to himself because he is anxious and fearful of rejection.Which personality disorder is he most likely to be diagnosed with?

Accepted Answer

A) avoidant personality disorder 
B) antisocial personality disorder 
C) schizoid personality disorder 
D) dependent personality disorder

Question 15

Why were passive-aggressive personality disorder and sadistic personality disorder NOT included in the DSM-5?

Accepted Answer

A) These disorders are categorical and not dimensional. 
B) The existence of these disorders as distinct personality disorders remains controversial. 
C) Treatment plans need to be determined prior to their inclusion. 
D) There are already too many personality disorders listed in the current edition of the DSM.

Question 16

Individuals with avoidant personality disorder usually respond to certain feelings by avoiding relationships; those with dependent personality disorder respond to the same feelings by clinging to relationships.Which of the following best characterizes those feelings?

Accepted Answer

A) depression 
B) self-consciousness 
C) anxiety 
D) inadequacy

Question 17

Dr.Hamid studies antisocial personality disorder.Which group most likely comprises the basis for much of Dr.Hamid's research?

Accepted Answer

A) hospital inpatients 
B) outpatient volunteers 
C) college and university students 
D) criminals

Question 18

Jennifer is overly sensitive to criticism.She takes offence at the most trivial, real, or imagined slight.She's distrustful, easily angers, and holds grudges.She has few friends and is extremely jealous and possessive of her one boyfriend, whom she is always accusing of "playing around" on her.Which personality disorder does Jennifer most likely have?

Accepted Answer

A) antisocial personality disorder 
B) schizoid personality disorder 
C) paranoid personality disorder 
D) narcissistic personality disorder

Question 19

Jane and Katelyn both have personality disorders that are part of the DSM-5 Cluster B.Although the women have been diagnosed with different personality disorders, what characteristics do they most likely have in common?

Accepted Answer

A) elevated levels of impulsivity 
B) elevated levels of anxiety 
C) elevated levels of eccentricity 
D) elevated levels of extraversion

Question 20

According to Ogloff and colleagues, which trait is important in predicting the amount of effort and likelihood of improvement of criminals in therapy programs?

Accepted Answer

A) egocentrism 
B) neuroticism 
C) psychopathy 
D) impulsivity

Exam 13: Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders