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Personality Disorder
Psych E3
Term | Definition |
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Cluster A | Paranoid, Schizoid, Schizotypal) odd or eccentric |
Paranoid | Suspicious of motives, excessive need for being self-sufficient, don't confide, misinterprets compliments, guarded, lack sensitivity, preoccupied with trustworthiness |
Schizoid | Featured detachment from social relationships & a restricted range of emotions |
Schizotypal | Severe form of schizoid |
Cluster B | Antisocial, Borderline, Narcissistic, Histrionic (Dramatic, Emotional, Erratic, Manipulative) |
Histrionic | Theatrical, life of party, crave excitement; fake, fish for compliments, seductive |
Narcissistic | Self love, boastful, need to be admired, think are superior, don't want flaws revealed, exploit to meet own needs, sense of entitlement, lack sensitivity |
Antisocial | No remorse, manipulate for profit, irresponsible (mafia type) appears calm and charming, lie, impulsive |
Borderline | Mood swings, stormy relationships, rage, impulsive, risky behaviors, see as black and white, splitting |
Splitting | See someone as loving and nurturing then cruel and rejecting |
Cluster C | Avoidant, Dependent, OCD, Avoidant (Anxious or Fearful) |
Avoidant | Socially withdrawn, avoid activities b/c fear of criticism, low self-esteem, don't take promotions, quiet |
Dependent | Excessive need to be taken care of, submissive, difficulty making decisions |
Obsessive-Compulsive | High need for control, makes lists, hoards, superior attitude, don't take time off |