Debotri Banerjee - Mental Health ISU 2020

What are the characteristics of Paranoid Personality Disorder? (6)

Lacks trust and is suspicious of others, believes others are trying to harm them without reason, doubts loyalty, is unwilling to trust others, takes innocent remarks as personal insults, holds grudges, thinks spouse is unfaithful

What does Schizoid Personality Disorder symptoms? (5)

Appears cold and uninterested in others, chooses to be alone, limited emotional expression, cannot take pleasure in most activities, doesnt wanna have sex, cannot pickup social cues

Describe Schizotypal Personality Disorder (6)

Involves unusual thinking, beliefs, speech, social anxiety, flat emotions, and magical thinking, thinks people call their voice, acts in a way where people would think they lack interest, thinks incidents have hidden messages

What defines Borderline Personality Disorder? (8)

Strong fear of abandonment, feelings of emptiness, unstable self-image, has deep but unstable relationships, up down moods from stress, thereatens self harm, often very angry, shows impulsive behaviour (unsafe sex)

What are the key traits of Histrionic Personality Disorder? (7)

Seeks attention, overly emotional or dramatic, shallow emotions, and highly concerned with physical appearance, easily led by others, emotions change wuickly, thinks relationships are closer than they are

What characterizes Narcissistic Personality Disorder? (8)

Believes they are special and more important than others, lacks empathy, stretches the truth about achievements, feels superior, and expects unearned favors, takes advantages of others, is jelous and thinks others are jelous of them

What behaviors are associated with Antisocial Personality Disorder? (7)

Lack of concern for others, deceitfulness, criminal behavior, recklessness, and minimal remorse for harmful actions, violates others rights, behaves impulseively, no regret for behaviour

What are the defining features of Avoidant Personality Disorder? (7)

Extremely sensitive to criticism, feels unworthy or unattractive, avoids social activities, and fears disapproval, does not like meeting new people, extremely shy, fears dissaproval

What does Dependent Personality Disorder involve? (9)

Excessive reliance on others, submissive behavior, fear of being alone, lack of confidence, and difficulty making decisions, cant disagree with others, endures poor treatment or abuse, has urgent need to start new relationship

What are the characteristics of Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder? (10)

Preoccupation with details and perfectionism, rigidity, stubbornness, and inability to delegate tasks, cannot finish project because achieving perfection is impossible, cant assign tasks to others, cant throw away useless obkects,. not flexible morality, tight control over budget

Explain the term 'Ego-Dystonic'.

Refers to individuals who are aware they have a problem and are distressed by their symptoms.

What does 'Ego-Syntonic' mean?

It refers to a person who experiences conditions that do not perceive them as problematic.

Define 'Personality Disorder'.

Psychological disorders marked by inflexible, disruptive behavior patterns that impair functioning.

What is Recovery Components?

The components that facilitate an individual's recovery process, emphasizing self-direction and autonomy.

Describe the idea of 'Self Direction' in recovery.

Consumers lead and control their recovery path by defining life goals and optimizing autonomy.

What is a common symptom of Borderline Personality Disorder regarding emotions?

Experiencing mood swings that lead to stress in relationships.

Identify an emotional characteristic of Histrionic Personality Disorder.

Shallow emotions that change quickly.

What is the primary need exhibited in Dependent Personality Disorder?

A strong need to be taken care of and assurance from others.

In what way does a person with Narcissistic Personality Disorder view others?

Feels superior and often takes advantage of others.

What social behavior is common in Schizoid Personality Disorder?

A lack of interest in social relationships.

How does a person with Avoidant Personality Disorder typically feel in social situations?

They experience extreme shyness and fear of disapproval.

What distinct thought pattern is seen in Schizotypal Personality Disorder?

Belief in magical thinking and unusual perceptions.

Describe an impulsive behavior associated with Borderline Personality Disorder.

Threatening self-harm or risky behavior.

What kind of thinking does Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder involve?

An excessive need for order, perfection, and control.

How do people with Antisocial Personality Disorder typically behave towards societal norms?

They often violate rights and laws without concern.

What type of emotions do people with Histrionic Personality Disorder display?

They exhibit exaggerated emotional responses and seek attention.

How does an individual with Dependent Personality Disorder respond to conflicts?

They often endure poor treatment or abuse.

What commonly affects social interactions for those with Avoidant Personality Disorder?

An extreme fear of embarrassment or criticism.

How might a person with Narcissistic Personality Disorder view their relationships?

They may perceive relationships as closer than they actually are.

In Cluster C personality disorders, what is the central theme?

Anxious, fearful, or avoidant thinking.

What is a common trait of individuals with Antisocial Personality Disorder?

Reckless behavior and disregard for personal safety.

What are typical coping mechanisms for someone with Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder?

Control over tasks and people, often leading to rigidity.

What is a key characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder?

An unstable sense of self.

What emotional state do those with Schizoid Personality Disorder often experience?

Flat or restricted emotional responses.