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Pineapplelove6 · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Charlene's parents have been concerned about her for quite some time. After her recent suicide attempt, they sought professional help. They told the therapist that Charlene often goes into uncontrollable rages for no apparent reason. She has intense fluctuations in her mood, self-image, and interpersonal relationship, being extremely friendly one minute, then mean and hostile the next. She sometimes hears voices, although she's aware they are imaginary. What is the most likely diagnosis for Charlene?

a. schizotypal personality disorder
b. avoidant personality disorder
c. borderline personality disorder
d. schizophrenia

Question 2

Fragile self-concept and faulty self-identity are two explanations for which personality disorder?

a. antisocial
b. obsessive-compulsive
c. avoidant
d. borderline