This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: The reason that individuals with avoidant personality disorder avoid most relationships is that they ... (Read 68 times)

maegan_martin

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 532
on: Jun 22, 2018
The reason that individuals with avoidant personality disorder avoid most relationships is that they
 
  a. are extremely sensitive to the opinions of others and fear rejection.
 b. generally dislike other people and prefer to be alone.
 c. are so stimulated by the fantasy life in their own minds that they have little need for the company of others.
  d. experience bizarre thoughts and beliefs that distance them from others.

Question 2

All of the following are mentioned in your text as appropriate treatment strategies for narcissistic personality disorder EXCEPT
 
  a. cognitive therapy to replace grandiose fantasies with more realistic goals.
  b. coping strategies to help accept criticism.
 c. exploration of early life trauma that led to the disorder.
 d. being helped to focus on the feelings of others.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

jonathanballen97

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 347
Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

c


maegan_martin

  • Member
  • Posts: 532
Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Wow, this really help

tanna.moeller

  • Member
  • Posts: 328
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.

Did you know?

Signs of depression include feeling sad most of the time for 2 weeks or longer; loss of interest in things normally enjoyed; lack of energy; sleep and appetite disturbances; weight changes; feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, or worthlessness; an inability to make decisions; and thoughts of death and suicide.

Did you know?

Drugs are in development that may cure asthma and hay fever once and for all. They target leukotrienes, which are known to cause tightening of the air passages in the lungs and increase mucus productions in nasal passages.

Did you know?

Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system destroys its own healthy tissues. When this occurs, white blood cells cannot distinguish between pathogens and normal cells.

Did you know?

Drug abusers experience the following scenario: The pleasure given by their drug (or drugs) of choice is so strong that it is difficult to eradicate even after years of staying away from the substances involved. Certain triggers may cause a drug abuser to relapse. Research shows that long-term drug abuse results in significant changes in brain function that persist long after an individual stops using drugs. It is most important to realize that the same is true of not just illegal substances but alcohol and tobacco as well.

Personality differences in the United States Personality differences in the United States
Personality Behavior Patterns and Their Risks for Heart Disease Personality Behavior Patterns and Their Risks for Heart Disease
Common skin signs are often evidence of an illness or disorder. A scale is a thin, dry flake of ... Common skin signs are often evidence of an illness or disorder. A scale is a thin, dry flake of ...
Lab: Mass Relationships in Chemical Reaction Lab: Mass Relationships in Chemical Reaction
Standard base-pairing relationships Standard base-pairing relationships
Personality Profile Personality Profile
Video: Ventilation - phases and driving forces

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library