Personality and Personality Disorders Flashcards
what is the definition of personality
”The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual’s distinctive character.”
what are the 3 things in the 3 factor model
neuroticism, extraversion, psychoticism
what are the 5 things in the 5 factor model
neuroticism, extraversion, openness, agreeableness, conscientiousness
what is the definition of a personality disorder
enduring, persistent, and pervasive disorders of inner experience or behaviour that cause distress or significant impairment in social functioning.
how does a personality disorder manifest
Cognition – ways of perceiving self and others
Affect – range, intensity and appropriateness of emotional response
Behaviour – interpersonal, occupational and social functioning
can a personality disorder be due to other conditions
e.g. psychotic disorders, affective disorders, substance misuse.
No
when does a personality disorder present
childhood/adolescence
what are 2 types of personality disorder
schizotypical PD
narcissistic PD
What are cluster A personality disorders
odd and eccentric
Paranoid
Schizoid
Schizotypal
what are cluster B PDs
dramatic and emotional
Emotionally unstable / Borderline
Antisocial
Histrionic
Narcissistic
what are cluster C PDs
anxious and fearful
Avoidant
Dependent
Anankastic/Obsessive-Compulsive
what causes a PD
formed through childhood
shaped by genetics and environment
what are some risk factors for a PD
Family history of PD or other mental illness
Childhood abuse/neglect, chaotic family life during childhood
Lower socioeconomic status, and social reinforcement of abnormal behaviour.
who is more at risk of a personality disorder (M or F)
M
separated, unemployed, urban living
what 2 test can be done for PDs
Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI)
Eysenck Personality Inventory and Personality Diagnostic Questionnaire
