Psychology is designed to meet scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester introduction to psychology course. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts, grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Psychology incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe.Senior Contributing AuthorsRose M. Spielman, Formerly of Quinnipiac UniversityContributing AuthorsKathryn Dumper, Bainbridge State CollegeWilliam Jenkins, Mercer UniversityArlene Lacombe, Saint Joseph's UniversityMarilyn Lovett, Livingstone CollegeMarion Perlmutter, University of Michigan

By the end of this section, you will be able to:

Describe the nature of personality disorders and how they differ from other disorders
List and distinguish between the three clusters of personality disorders
Identify the basic features of borderline personality disorder and antisocial personality disorder, and the factors that are important in the etiology of both

This assessment is created for an OER Criminology/Deviance course. This chapter covers Psychological Theories of Crime and Psychiatric Theories, Antisocial Personality Disorder, Attachment Theories, etc.