pds

What is personality?

Typical ways of acting, thinking, believing, and feeling; how we interact with the world around us.

What is a personality trait?

A complex pattern of behaviour, thought, and feeling.

What characterizes personality disorders?

A long-standing pattern of maladaptive behaviours, thoughts, and feelings.

What are the three clusters of personality disorders according to DSM-5?

Cluster A (odd-eccentric), Cluster B (emotional dysregulation), Cluster C (anxious-fearful).

What is Paranoid Personality Disorder?

A pervasive unwarranted and maladaptive mistrust and suspicion.

What defines Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD)?

A pattern of disregard for others and violation of social norms.

What are the 5 major symptoms required for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

Cognitive dysregulation, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal problems, and identity disturbance.

What is the core feature of Histrionic Personality Disorder?

A pervasive pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking.

What is the main focus of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)?

To help individuals with BPD develop emotional regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal skills.

What typifies Avoidant Personality Disorder?

Extreme social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and sensitivity to rejection.

What is the characteristic behavior of Dependent Personality Disorder?

Excessive need to be taken care of that leads to submissive and clingy behavior.

What does Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder focus on?

A drive for orderliness and high perfection.

What are the problems with PD diagnoses in current models?

Categorical/disease models; criteria overlap; subjective criteria; gender and ethnic bias.

What is the alternative model in the DSM for personality disorders?

A hybrid dimensional/categorical system with general criteria based on dimensional scales.

What is the biopsychosocial model of BPD?

Combines high emotional sensitivity with an invalidating environment leading to impulsivity.

What are the major categories of symptoms in BPD?

Cognitive dysregulation, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal problems.

What differentiates Cluster B disorders from others?

Characterized by emotional dysregulation, unstable relationships, and impulsivity.

What are the consequences of narcissistic behaviors?

Lack of empathy, exploitation of others, and a grandiose sense of self.

How do Cluster C personality disorders manifest?

Generally characterized by a chronic sense of anxiety and fearfulness.