“My neighbor is suspicious of everyone, always holds grudges, and is hypersensitive to any criticism. They are moody, trust no one, and never change their mind. Their partner says that they have always been this way.” What DSM-5 personality type or personality trait description does this best illustrate?

 Culture and ethnicity present challenges for diagnosing personality disorders because ____.

Ava said she has no feelings for anything anymore. She feels nothing. At times, she can’t sleep when others she feels like sleeping all day. For past few months, she noticed herself eating a lot more unhealthy foods. Her husband reported their marriage is suffering, and Ava has not interest in him at all. Ava needs to be assessed for ________________________.

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?

In general, the progression from initial substance use to substance abuse follows a typical sequence . Which of the following is an accurate representation of the typical sequence?

The Elf persistently worries about something. One day, he is concerned about his job, and the next day, he can’t stop thinking about his health. He also tells you that he has lots of tension in his neck and shoulders, can’t stay asleep at night, and seems very tired. The Elf needs to be assessed for ______________________________.

Rose’ feels drained all of the time. She has lost weight slowly over the last couple of years. Her husband reports that Rose’ has a something negative to say about everything, which is putting a strain on their marriage. Rose’ says that she remembers feeling happy as a child, yet it was such a long time ago. Rose’ has symptoms of _______________________.

After a hip replacement, Prince was prescribed medication to manage the pain. Unfortunately, he would take the medication even when not experiencing the physical pain in order to feel its euphoric symptoms. Prince developed a tolerance and withdrawal from the medication. What is Prince struggling with?

Hernando was drinking 4 tall boys (an alcoholic drink) to get a buzz but now drinks 8 in order to get the same affect. When he doesn’t get his fix for the day or is not drinking, he also experiences tremors, cravings, anxiety, and other physical pain. Hernando’s symptoms resemble ________________________________________.

For over 2 years (as long as she can remember), Nise has experienced little highs and lows. Sometimes she feels like she is on top of the world, while other she feels like she is a worthless human being. Nise’s symptoms resemble _________________________.