Which of the Following Illustrates the Affective Component of a Personality

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following illustrates the affective component of a personality disorder?

• A) Joan is certain that her husband is having an affair, even though there is no evidence and he has been absolutely faithful.
• B) Mandy gets angry very easily, and then can turn around and be very loving the next minute.
• C) Angela is always trying to be the center of attention, and often dresses inappropriately to accomplish this goal.
• D) All of these choices.

---

Definitions:

Situational Factors

External influences that affect an individual's behavior or performance in various contexts.

Emotional Labour

The process of managing feelings and expressions as part of fulfilling the emotional requirements of a job role, often involving modulation of one’s natural emotional state.

Emotional Contagion

Tendency for moods and emotions to spread between people or throughout a group.

Satisfaction

A state of contentment or fulfillment that comes from meeting one’s needs, desires, or expectations.