Theories of Personality

Homework 13:

An Example of Someone with a Personality Disorder

Instructions: Think of someone who know, have read about, or have heard about who might have one of the 10 personality disorders presented by Larsen and Buss. First, identify which personality disorder this person might have. Next, in the lines provided below, provide examples of behaviors, thoughts, or emotions this person has displayed that are characteristic of that particular personality disorder. Do not use an example presented by Larsen and Buss.

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What are some of the behaviors, thoughts, or emotions this person displays that lead you to conclude that he or she might have that particular personality disorder?

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Write a brief narrative explaining WHY you think the items listed above indicate the personality disorder you've indicated.