A Person Acts Extremely Jealous All the Time and Complains

question 80

Multiple Choice

A person acts extremely jealous all the time and complains bitterly whenever other people appear to be getting more attention. This has been going on for a couple of months, and the person shows no other substantial symptoms. The BEST diagnosis, assuming the extreme jealousy has no basis in fact, is:

• A) delusional disorder.
• B) schizophreniform disorder.
• C) paranoid schizophrenia.
• D) brief psychotic disorder.

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Definitions:

Embarrassing Childhood Experience

Any memorable event from childhood that caused significant embarrassment and has potential long-term psychological impact.

Therapist

A professional trained to treat mental or psychological disorders and difficulties through various methods of therapy.

Characteristic Pattern

A routine or behavior that is distinctive and repeated over time, demonstrating consistency in an individual's actions or reactions.

Implicit Memories

Memories which are not consciously recalled but influence behaviors and knowledge, such as skills learned through repetition.