15. Personality Disorders

Question 1

Refers to instincts or ideas that are acceptable to the self; that are compatible with one’s values, goals, beliefs, self-image, and ways of thinking

Answer 1

Ego-Syntonic

Question 2

Refers to thoughts, impulses, and behaviors that are felt to be repugnant, distressing, unacceptable or inconsistent with one’s self-concept

Answer 2

Ego-Dystonic

Question 3

Clients with this disorder have a hard time with abandonment and known for unstable relationships and maintaining relationship and jobs

During treatment, SW must have firm boundaries because clients fear being abandoned as they want to constantly call or message SW to test professional-client relationships

A person with this disorder has frequent suicidal gestures or attempts and may experience intense episodes of anger, depression, and anxiety that may last from only a few hours to days

Answer 3

Borderline Personality Disorder

Question 4

A condition that is very common for clients to have another diagnosis

Example: personality disorders often seen with anxiety, depression, and substance abuse

Answer 4

Co-occuring Disorders