ASPD Core Traits Assessed 3

Question 1

Which developmental prerequisite is required for a diagnosis of Antisocial Personality Disorder in adults?

Accepted Answer

Evidence of Conduct Disorder symptoms before age 15

Answer

DSM-5 requires evidence of Conduct Disorder with onset before age 15 to diagnose ASPD in adults.

Question 2

A key difference between impulsivity in ASPD and impulsivity in Bipolar Disorder is that in ASPD, impulsivity is:

Accepted Answer

Trait-level and persistent regardless of mood state

Answer

In ASPD, impulsivity is a stable personality trait present across situations, not episodic or mood-dependent.

Question 3

Which trait in ASPD specifically involves making decisions on the spur of the moment without considering consequences?

Accepted Answer

Impulsivity / failure to plan ahead

Answer

Impulsivity and failure to plan ahead is a distinct DSM-5 criterion, reflecting an inability to consider future consequences.

Question 4

When evaluating ASPD, clinicians look for a pattern of disregard for others' rights that began by at least age:

Accepted Answer

15

Answer

DSM-5 specifies that Conduct Disorder — the precursor to ASPD — must have had onset before age 15.

Question 5

A person with ASPD consistently puts themselves and others in dangerous situations for excitement. Which criterion does this reflect?

Accepted Answer

Reckless disregard for safety of self or others

Answer

Reckless disregard for one's own safety or the safety of others is a specific DSM-5 criterion for ASPD.

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