The Psychology of Gender 4th Edition

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TABLE 13.5 PERSONALITY DISORDERS

Antisocial

—disregard for others

—breaking the law

—aggression

—lack of empathy

—deceitful

—impulsive

—irresponsible

Men more than women

Borderline

—unstable interpersonal relationships

—maladaptive interpersonal functioning

—fear of abandonment

—low self-esteem

—impulsivity

—suicidal behavior

Women more than men

Histrionic

—excessive emotionality

—needs to be the center of attention

—uses physical appearance to get attention

—overly dramatic

—inappropriate sexual behavior in interactions with others

Women more than men

Dependent

—passive

—can’t make decisions without reassurance

—difficulty doing things on one’s own

—clingy in relationships

—desire to be taken care of by others

—high fear of abandonment

Women more than men

Narcissistic

—feelings of self-importance

—feelings of superiority

—high need for admiration

—inflation of abilities

—sense of entitlement

—exploits others

—lack of empathy

Men more than women

Source: DSM-IV-TR (American Psychiatric Association, 2000).

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