Ben Displays Odd Perceptions, Thoughts, Beliefs, and Behaviors That Occasionally

question 38

Multiple Choice

Ben displays odd perceptions, thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that occasionally resemble the symptoms of schizophrenia, but are not as disturbed. Ben most likely has __________ personality disorder.

• A)schizotypal
• B)narcissistic
• C)avoidant
• D)schizoid

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Definitions:

Validity

The extent to which a concept, conclusion, or measurement is well-founded and corresponds accurately to the real world.

Intelligence

The capacity for learning, understanding, reasoning, problem solving, and adapting to new situations.

Construct Validation

The strategy of establishing the validity of a measure by comparing it with a wide range of other measures.

Internal Validation

The process of seeking or achieving a sense of validation or approval from oneself rather than from external sources.