If Parents Excessively Reinforce Clinging and Punish Attempts at Independence

question 129

Multiple Choice

If parents excessively reinforce clinging and punish attempts at independence, the result might be the development of:

• A) paranoid personality disorder.
• B) borderline personality disorder.
• C) dependent personality disorder.
• D) narcissistic personality disorder.

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Definitions:

Maladaptive Psychological

Pertaining to psychological behaviors or thoughts that are detrimental to an individual's ability to adapt to and cope with various life situations.

Abusive Early Relationships

Interpersonal relationships during formative years distinguished by maltreatment or violence, impacting an individual's psychological development and well-being.

Behavioral Choices

Decisions individuals make concerning their actions, which are guided by cognitive processes, environmental influences, and past experiences.

Habituation

The process by which an individual becomes accustomed to a stimulus through repeated exposure, leading to decreased response.