Mental health and dementiaQuestion 720 of 1700
Which pattern describes borderline personality disorder?
- A need for admiration and little empathy for others
- An intense fear of crowds and open places
- A focus on orderliness and strict control
- Unstable relationships and fear of being left
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Correct answer: Unstable relationships and fear of being left
Borderline personality disorder brings unstable relationships, impulsive acts, and a strong fear of abandonment.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.4: Caring for Clients With Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026