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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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