Human Health And Disease Question 70
Question: A person, showing unpredictable moods, outbursts of emotion, quarrelsome behaviour and conflicts with other, is suffering from:
Options:
A) Borderline personality disorder (BPD)
B) Mood disorders
C) Addictive disorders
D) Schizophrenia
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Borderline personality disorder is a serious psychiatric illness.
It is a serious emotionally unstable personality disorder.
The main feature of this disorder is a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image and emotions.
It is characterized by an unpredictable mood or mood swings, quarrelsome behaviour and conflicts.
So, the correct answer is ‘Borderline personality disorder (BPD)’.