Personality Test Antisocial Personality Disorder 3

Question 1

Which behavior best illustrates the 'reckless disregard for safety of self or others' criterion?

Accepted Answer

Driving at high speed while intoxicated with passengers

Answer

Reckless disregard is shown by dangerous acts like driving drunk at high speed with others present.

Question 2

Which term is sometimes used colloquially but is NOT a separate DSM-5 diagnosis from ASPD?

Accepted Answer

Psychopathy

Answer

Psychopathy is a related concept but is not a distinct DSM-5 diagnosis; ASPD is the formal label.

Question 3

A worker is repeatedly fired for not showing up and fails to honor financial obligations. Which ASPD trait is this?

Accepted Answer

Consistent irresponsibility

Answer

Failing to sustain work and honor debts reflects consistent irresponsibility.

Question 4

Which factor is most strongly associated with increased risk of developing ASPD?

Accepted Answer

Childhood abuse and unstable upbringing

Answer

Childhood maltreatment and an unstable or neglectful environment raise ASPD risk.

Question 5

Impulsivity or failure to plan ahead in ASPD often appears as:

Accepted Answer

Frequent sudden moves or job changes without arrangements

Answer

Impulsivity shows as acting without planning, such as abrupt relocations or quitting jobs.

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