How Do Personality Disorders Differ from the Personality Characteristics of Typical

question 194

Multiple Choice

How do personality disorders differ from the personality characteristics of typical people?

• A) They lead to more maladaptive, distressful, and inflexible behaviors.
• B) They include personality traits not experienced by typical people.
• C) They are generally treated successfully with antipsychotic medication.
• D) They are caused by epigenetic processes.

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