Abnormal Psych Test 2 - Terms Chapter 13 Part 1

Excesivly ridig behavior patterns, or ways of relating to others, that ultimately become self-defeating

A term reffering to behaviors or feelings that are perceived as natural parts of the self

A term referring to behaviors or feelings that are percieved to be alien to one's self-identity

A classification of personality disorder characterized by people who are percieved as off or eccentric. this cluster includes paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal personality disorders

A classification of personality disorder characterized by people whose behavior is overly dramatic, emotions, or erratic. this includes antisocial, borderline, histronic, and narcissistic personality disorders

A classification of personality disorder characterized by people who often appear anxious or fearful. this includes avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders

A pervasive suspiciousness of the motives of others but without outright paranoid delusions

A social aloofness and shallow or blunted emotions

Persistent difficulty forming close social relationships and odd or peculiar beliefs and behaviors without clear psychotic features

A chronic antisocial behavior, callous treatment of others, irresponsible behavior, and lack of remorse for wrongdoing.

Tumultious moods and stormy relationships with others, unstable self-image, and lack of impulse control

Overly dramatic and emotional behavior; demands to be the center of attention; excessive needs for reassurance, praise, and approval

Grandiose sense of self; extreme needs for admiration

Chronic Pattern of avoiding social relationships due to fears of rejections

Excessive dependence on others and difficulty making independent decisions