Which Statement Best Describes Patients Diagnosed with Schizoid Personality Disorder

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes patients diagnosed with schizoid personality disorder?

• A)They are usually indifferent to the idea of changing their behaviour but make more progress once they become invested in the therapeutic relationship.
• B)They are usually highly resistant to begin therapy at first but become more motivated if they have a trusting relationship with the therapist.
• C)They are usually indifferent to the idea of changing their behaviour until they are convinced of the potential benefits to themselves.
• D)They are usually not motivated to begin therapy but may make some progress with social skills training.

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Definitions:

Empirical Claims

Claims that can be true or false depending on the facts.

Prove

To demonstrate the truth or existence of something through evidence or argument.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information in a way that confirms one's preconceptions.

Hypothesis

A proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.