Personality Disorders Flashcards
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Describe cluster A, B and C personality disorders (DSM IV)
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Cluster A - paranoid, suspicious, schizoid, schizotypal (odd/eccentric)
Cluster B - Emotional, impulsive (dramatic/erratic/emotional). Includes the following PDs: Histrionic/borderline/narcissistic/antisocial
Cluster C - Anxious, anankastic, avoidant, dependent, OCD
2
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Which three P’s distinguish personality disorder from personality traits?
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Pervasive - occurs in most areas of life
Persistent - evident in adolescence and continues through to adulthood
Pathological - causes distress to self or others; impairs function
3
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The ICD-10 criteria for a personality disorder can be remembered by the mnemonic “REPORT”. What does this stand for?
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Relationships affected Enduring Pervasive Onset in childhood/adolescence Results in distress Trouble in occupational/social performance
