Personality Disorder Test

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Paranoid:	High	click for info
Schizoid:	Moderate	click for info
Schizotypal:	High	click for info
Antisocial:	Moderate	click for info
Borderline:	Very High	click for info
Histrionic:	Very High	click for info
Narcissistic:	Very High	click for info
Avoidant:	Moderate	click for info
Dependent:	Very High	click for info
Obsessive-Compulsive:	High	click for info

What is Borderline Personality Disorder?

Quick Summary:

Borderline personality disorder is characterized by mood instability and poor self-image. People with this disorder are prone to constant mood swings and bouts of anger. Often, they will take their anger out on themselves, causing injury to their own body. Suicidal threats and actions are not uncommon. Borderlines think in very black and white terms and often form intense, conflict-ridden relationships. They are quick to anger when their expectations are not met.

Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder:

• Self-injury or attempted suicide


• Strong feelings of anger, anxiety, or depression that last for several hours


• Impulsive behavior


• Drug or alcohol abuse


• Feelings of low self-worth


• Unstable relationships with friends, family, and boyfriends/girlfriends

Additional Information:

Borderline personality disorder was so-named because it was originally thought to be at the "borderline" of psychosis. The disorder is relatively common, affecting 2% of adults. Women are much more likely to suffer borderline than men. Nearly 20% of psychiatric hospitalizations are due to borderline. With treatment, patients are often able to see their symptoms improve.

Treatment involves therapy in which the patient learns to talk through his or her feelings rather than unleashing them in destructive and self-defeating ways. Medication may be helpful, and treatment of any alcohol or substance abuse issues is required. Brief hospitalization is sometimes required, especially in cases involving psychotic episodes or suicide threats or attempts.

 

What is Histrionic Personality Disorder?

Quick Summary:

People with histrionic personality disorder are constant attention seekers. They need to be the center of attention all the time, often interrupting others in order to dominate the conversation. They use grandiose language to discribe everyday events and seek constant praise. They may dress provacatively or exaggerate illnesses in order to gain attention. Histrionics also tend to exaggerate friendships and relationships, believing that everyone loves them. They are often manipulative.

Symptoms of Histrionic Personality Disorder:

• Needs to be the center of attention


• Dresses or acts provocatively


• Rapidly-shifting and shallow emotions


• Exaggerates friendships


• Overly-dramatic, occassionally theatrical speech


• easily influenced; highly suggestible

What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

Quick Summary:

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by self-centeredness. Like histrionic disorder, people with this disorder seek attention and praise. They exaggerate their achievements, expecting others to recongize them as being superior. They tend to be choosy about picking friends, since they believe that not just anyone is worthy of being their friend. Narcissists tend to make good first impressions, yet have difficulty maintaining long-lasting relationships. They are generally uninterested in the feelings of others and may take advantage of them.

Symptoms of Narcissistic Personality Disorder:

• Requires excessive praise and admiration


• Takes advantage of others


• Grandiose sense of self-importance


• Lack of empathy


• Lying, to self and others


• Obsessed with fantasies of fame, power, or beauty

What is Dependent Personality Disorder?

Quick Summary:

Dependent personality disorder is characterized by a need to be taken care of. People with this disorder tend to cling to people and fear losing them. They may become suicidal when a break-up is imminent. They tend to let others make important decisions for them and often jump from relationship to relationship. Dependents often remain in abusive relationships. Over-sensitivity to disapproval is common. Dependents often feel helpless and depressed.

Symptoms of Dependent Personality Disorder:

• Difficulty making decisions


• Feelings of helplessness when alone


• Suicidal thoughts upon rejection


• Submissiveness


• Deeply hurt by mild criticism or disapproval


• Unable to meet ordinary demands of life

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