Which of the Following Is False Concerning Personality Disorders

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false concerning personality disorders?

• A) To be diagnosed with a personality disorder, the symptoms must be present since adolescence or early adulthood
• B) DSM-IV calls special attention to personality disorders by placing them on Axis II
• C) The symptoms of personality disorders are similar to alters seen in dissociative identity disorder
• D) People with personality disorders do not typically seek treatment for their personality disorders

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