Unusual and eccentric thoughts and behavior (psychoticism), interpersonal detachment, and suspiciousness are characteristics of the DSM-5's __________ personality disorder

a) schizotypal
b) narcissistic
c) avoidant
d) borderline


a

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Liza has an anxiety disorder. She is currently seeing a therapist who believes that anxiety disorders are a result of illogical, irrational thought processes. Liza is probably seeking treatment from a _____________

a) behaviorial psychologist b) cognitive psychologist c) psychoanalyst d) psychologist with a biological perspective

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Ruth was convicted of five separate counts of fraud. She had used her charm to persuade elderly pensioners to sign their life savings over to her. She confessed to the crimes, but she showed no remorse for her actions. She even bragged at the trial that she would do it all again when she had the chance. In this case, Ruth's behavior is consistent with that seen in

a. narcissistic personality disorder. b. bipolar disorder. c. avoidant personality disorder. d. antisocial personality disorder.

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Personality differences are MOST likely to be revealed at a:

A) get-together with friends. B) church service. C) political rally. D) funeral.

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It can be hard for an early teenage newcomer to make friends on first arrival because

a. newcomers' racial identities are hard to identify. b. cliques have already been formed. c. authoritarian parents are often strict about discipline. d. during adolescence, many are confused about their sexual orientation.

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