Arnold Described Himself as Very Special and Complex, and Presented

question 293

Multiple Choice

Arnold described himself as very special and complex, and presented in therapy as being very arrogant and lacking empathy. In fact, he was so grandiose that he only agreed to therapy because he felt that the therapist learn something important from working with him. Given these symptoms, Arnold most closely meets the diagnostic criterion for

• A)Dependent personality disorder
• B)Narcissistic personality disorder
• C)Borderline personality disorder
• D)Schizoid borderline personality disorder
• E)Histrionic personality disorder

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Definitions:

Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDDs)

A group of disorders characterized by delays in the development of socialization and communication skills, including autism and Asperger's syndrome.

Autism Spectrum Disorders

A range of developmental conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and communication, with symptoms and severities varying widely among individuals.

Schizophrenia

A severe mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thought, perception, and behavior, leading to a loss of contact with reality.

Multiaxial Classification

A clinical approach that considers multiple aspects of a person’s mental health across different axes or dimensions.