Question

Dennis admired his boss greatly at first. They had an intense and productive working relationship, which then turned volatile when his boss informed him that the company was reducing the number of fulltime employees. Though his work record was very positive, Dennis began exhibiting impulsive, self-destructive behaviors at work, and was asked to leave. He found another job, but the same pattern caused him to lose that position after he was passed over for a promotion. What personality disorder best fits Dennis’s behavioral patterns?

Answer 1

Answer:

Borderline personality disorder              

Explanation:  

Borderline personality disorder: It is defined as one of the mental health disorder that affects the way you feel and think about others and yourself, which causes problems in the functioning of everyday life. It encompasses difficulty in managing emotions and behavior, a pattern of unstable relationships, and self-image issues.

Symptoms:

1. Fear of abandonment.

2. Unstable relationships.

3. Unclear self-image.

4. Self-destructive behaviors.

5. Explosive anger.