Psychoanalytic Theory Suggests That the Instability in Emotions and Interpersonal

question 36

Multiple Choice

Psychoanalytic theory suggests that the instability in emotions and interpersonal relationships seen in people with borderline personality disorder is due to:

• A)a fear of rejection.
• B)splitting.
• C)confusion about reality.
• D)the inability to read environmental cues.

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Definitions:

Approach

A method or way of dealing with a particular problem or task.

Experience

The knowledge or skill acquired by a person over time through direct participation in events or activities.

Fluid Intelligence

The ability to think abstractly, reason, identify patterns, and solve novel problems, independent of acquired knowledge.

Work Stress

The strain or tension experienced by individuals due to demands and pressures of their occupational roles.