The Borderline Personality Differs from Histrionic Disorder in That

question 76

Multiple Choice

The borderline personality differs from histrionic disorder in that

• A) impulsive behavior is rare.
• B) a need for others is not exhibited.
• C) comorbid diagnoses are rare.
• D) the central role of sexuality is not present.

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Definitions:

Locomotion

The ability to move from one place to another, which can be observed in all animals and involves processes such as walking, swimming, or flying.

Fear Of Heights

An anxiety disorder also known as acrophobia, characterized by an extreme and irrational fear of high places.

Habituation

The process by which an organism reduces its response to a repeated stimulus over time, not due to fatigue or sensory adaptation.

Short-Term Memory

The ability to keep a limited amount of data in a state of readiness and easy access for a brief duration.