You Are Reading the Records of Paul, a 28-Year-Old Who

question 21

Multiple Choice

You are reading the records of Paul, a 28-year-old who has been diagnosed as exhibiting ASPD. The records describe his background, history, and treatments since age 8. According to the research of Lee Robins and her follow-up research, which of the following disorders is most likely to be among those given to him at some time in his 28 years?

• A) conduct disorder
• B) mental retardation
• C) schizoid personality disorder
• D) schizotypal personality disorder

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Definitions:

Escape Strategy

A plan developed by individuals or organizations to withdraw from a situation or commitment in a methodical way.

Union Decertification

The process through which workers remove the representation of a labor union in their workplace through an official vote.

Nonunion Site

This defines a workplace where the employees are not organized into a labor union for collective bargaining with their employer.

Subcontracting

The practice of a company hiring another company to perform tasks, handle operations or provide services that are either difficult to manage or are outside the company's expertise.