Author Question: Loss of which of the following can result in the individual's experiencing external losses? (Select ... (Read 89 times)

piesebel · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Loss of which of the following can result in the individual's experiencing external losses? (Select all that apply.)

a. Spouse
b. Possession
c. Career
d. Limb
e. Favorite piece of jewelry
f. Friendship

Question 2

Characteristics of borderline personality disorder include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. Fear of being abandoned
b. Splitting
c. Gambling
d. Engaging in unsafe sex
e. Isolation of self from others

stanleka1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, E, F
External losses are considered losses that occur outside of the individual and include objects, possessions, the environment, loved ones, and support. Loss of career or limb is an internal loss that is more personal and involves some part of oneself.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, D
Borderline personality disorder is characterized by fear of abandonment. Therefore, they avoid being alone. Because of instability, behaviors demonstrated to staff may be called splitting, complimenting one group while degrading another. Because of the impulsivity, borderline personality disorder clients often engage in risk-taking activities including gambling and engaging in unsafe sex.