Lisa tells a few of her close friends that her brother was recently diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.
One of the friends tells a co-worker that Lisa's family must be "crazy." Soon the friends start distancing
themselves from her and offer no support. Many times families will not mention mental illness due to
what?
When there is death of a loved one, basic assumptions about relationships and emotions begin to change.
This is a disruption of what principle of organization?
There are many milestones to achieve in child development from birth to the age of five. Many studies
specify time frames of normal development. Children may achieve these milestones earlier or later, but
still remain within a normal range of development. At what age does a child become self-sufficient in
many routines?
Borderline personality disorder makes individuals feel uncertain about their identity and self-image. Those
suffering from this problem tend to take little responsibility for their predicaments and view themselves as
victims. This disorder can have long-term chronic patterns, often affecting work and relationships. Which
of the following symptoms is not associated with borderline personality disorder?
Kelly's doctor has concerns about the fluctuation of her weight. She has struggled with diets her whole life
but is still 120 pounds over the average weight for her size. The doctor is concerned about symptoms that
may indicate an eating disorder. During an examination the physician asked Kelly about her eating habits.
The patient appeared to experience shame and distress when attempting to explain. She will eat between
meals and often times will consume more than she needs. What disorder is being described by Kelly?
