A Recent In-Depth Study by Lewis and Colleagues of 12

question 76

Multiple Choice

A recent in-depth study by Lewis and colleagues of 12 convicted murderers diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder looked into their backgrounds. The study found strong evidence that

• A) each was a pathological liar long before showing signs of dissociative disorder.
• B) disordered thinking was associated with abnormal brain functioning.
• C) each was severely abused, both physically and sexually.
• D)each had vivid memories of being tortured and neglected by strangers.

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Definitions:

Big Five Model

A psychological theory that describes human personality through five broad dimensions: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Brain

is the central organ of the human nervous system, responsible for processing sensory information, and controlling and coordinating voluntary and involuntary actions.

Hardy Personality

characterizes individuals who exhibit resilience and a stronger ability to cope with stress and adversity, viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.

Temperament

The aspect of an individual's personality concerning their natural predisposition towards patterns of mood, activity, and emotional response.