According to Paris' Multidimensional Theory of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

question 78

Multiple Choice

According to Paris' multidimensional theory of borderline personality disorder (BPD) , people with high levels of impulsivity and affective instability ________

• A) are likely to develop BPD in response to even minor stressors.
• B) are likely to develop BPD if they are exposed to trauma.
• C) come mainly from intact homes and are unlikely to develop BPD.
• D) come to enjoy acting out.

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Definitions:

Reinforcer

Any stimulus that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a specific response or behavior by being presented as a consequence of that behavior.

Probability

A measure of the likelihood of an event happening, expressed as a number between 0 and 1.

Response

A reaction by an organism or system to a specific stimulus or situation.

Quality of Reinforcement

Refers to how effective a reward or punishment is in strengthening or weakening a behavior.