Which of the following is a characteristic of all personality disorders?
A) The disorders do not bother the person who has them.
B) The disorders are difficult to treat.
C) The disorders begin in mid-adulthood.
D) The disorders do not bother other people.

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One characteristic of all personality disorders is that they are difficult to treat. This is because the patterns of behavior and thought that define personality disorders are deeply ingrained and can be resistant to change. The other answer choices are not accurate; some people with personality disorders may be bothered by their symptoms (A), the onset of personality disorders can occur during adolescence or early adulthood (C), and personality disorders often cause significant distress for others, such as family members and partners (D).

Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of All Personality