A group of nursing students is reviewing possible risk factors for development of borderline personality disorder. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as a risk factor?
Select all that apply.
A) Childhood sexual abuse
B) Parental loss
C) Substance abuse
D) Family history
E) Genetics
Ans: A, B
Various studies show that physical abuse and sexual abuse seem to be significant risk factors for borderline personality disorder. Other studies cite parental loss and separation. Substance abuse, family history, and genetics have not been implicated.
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