Personality disorders can be misdiagnosed more easily than other categories of disorder in part because ________

a. criteria are not as sharply defined.
b. many people with personality disorder are inclined to file lawsuits.
c. conduct disorders are hidden by family members and employers.
d. maladaptive behavioral patterns are common in the general population.


Ans: a. criteria are not as sharply defined.

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