Is Your Personality Disorder Test Result Surprising?

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The discussion revolves around participants sharing their results from a personality disorder test, expressing surprise or humor regarding their scores. The conversation includes reflections on the nature of the test, personal anecdotes, and light-hearted commentary on the implications of the results. The scope includes personal insights, humor, and informal analysis of personality traits.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants report low ratings across various personality disorders, expressing uncertainty about the implications of such results.
  • Others share moderate to high ratings in specific disorders, such as schizoid and schizotypal, and discuss the characteristics associated with these ratings.
  • A few participants humorously question the validity of the test, suggesting that the method of answering may influence results, particularly regarding obsessive-compulsive disorder.
  • There are comments on the absurdity of certain test questions and the humorous interpretations of personality traits based on geographical identity.
  • Some participants express feelings of being a "complete mess" based on their results, while others respond with humor and camaraderie.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share their results and experiences, but there is no consensus on the accuracy or seriousness of the test. Multiple competing views on the implications of the results and the nature of personality disorders remain present.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express confusion about specific disorders, such as schizotypal, indicating a lack of familiarity with the terminology. The discussion includes a mix of serious reflections and light-hearted banter, which may affect the interpretation of the test results.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in personality psychology, those curious about personality disorder assessments, or anyone looking for a humorous take on self-reflection may find this discussion engaging.

  • #61
Borg said:
Or, you could just get a name tag that says, "Hi, my name is Mel Gibson". :-p



Some are floating Mel Gibson's supposed bipolar disorder as an explanation for his abusive rants, raising the question, when is an ******* just an *******?

I may be crazy, but I don't think anyone see's me as being an *******.

I'll skip the name tag.

(but that was funny. :smile:)



******* = donkey orifice.
Just in case there was any doubt
 
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  • #62
So seriously though... I only got 1 low.. I got 6 highs, 2 of which where 'very high', and 3 moderate.. According to this test I'm pretty f***ed up, apparently I have some of everything except 'Histrionic'.

Should I consider seeing a psychologist?
I doubt I would anyway.. I mainly just ask to see if you guys think this test is reliable at all, or should I not be worried?
I mean, I've pretty much always known I was a bit screwed up, but I thought it was more or less close to average, but I'm like twice as bad as anyone else on here.
 
  • #63
Gear.0 said:
So seriously though... I only got 1 low.. I got 6 highs, 2 of which where 'very high', and 3 moderate.. According to this test I'm pretty f***ed up, apparently I have some of everything except 'Histrionic'.

Should I consider seeing a psychologist?
I doubt I would anyway.. I mainly just ask to see if you guys think this test is reliable at all, or should I not be worried?
I mean, I've pretty much always known I was a bit screwed up, but I thought it was more or less close to average, but I'm like twice as bad as anyone else on here.
Don't worry, it's just for fun.
 
  • #64
Gear.0 said:
So seriously though... I only got 1 low.. I got 6 highs, 2 of which where 'very high', and 3 moderate.. According to this test I'm pretty f***ed up, apparently I have some of everything except 'Histrionic'.

Should I consider seeing a psychologist?
I doubt I would anyway.. I mainly just ask to see if you guys think this test is reliable at all, or should I not be worried?
I mean, I've pretty much always known I was a bit screwed up, but I thought it was more or less close to average, but I'm like twice as bad as anyone else on here.

Relax. And smile :P
 
  • #65
Gear.0 said:
So seriously though... I only got 1 low.. I got 6 highs, 2 of which where 'very high', and 3 moderate.. According to this test I'm pretty f***ed up, apparently I have some of everything except 'Histrionic'.

Should I consider seeing a psychologist?
I doubt I would anyway.. I mainly just ask to see if you guys think this test is reliable at all, or should I not be worried?
I mean, I've pretty much always known I was a bit screwed up, but I thought it was more or less close to average, but I'm like twice as bad as anyone else on here.

It's not reliable, not even close.

But that might be just my schizotypal side talking :-p.
 
  • #66
Yeah, even if you scored high on a professional test from a skull-jockey, it's just a tool for the skull-jockey, it doesn't have the final say.

People can be schizotypal, paranoid, and moody without having a schizotypal disorder, a paranoia disorder, or a mood disorder.

Bottom line, being schizotypal is not the same as having schyzotypal disorder. Same with having an ateention defecit, or being hyper-active, or being depressed or manic.

Having a disorder does not rest on the type of behavior alone, it largely rests on the distress it causes you and people around you, and how your ability to function normally is affected.

If you're not in distress (or causing distress in the case of sociopaths), and you're functioning normally, then you're just weird or eccentric.
 
  • #67
Paranoid: High
Schizoid: Very High
Schizotypal: High
Antisocial: High
Borderline: Moderate
Histrionic: Very High
Narcissistic: Very High
Avoidant: High
Dependent: Moderate
Obsessive-Compulsive: High
 
  • #68
lisab said:
It's not reliable, not even close.
Yeah...I wouldn't even go public with some of the things I answered yes to on that test, and I'm still low in all areas.:cool:
 
  • #69
Pythagorean said:
People can be schizotypal, paranoid, and moody without having a schizotypal disorder, a paranoia disorder, or a mood disorder.
So you can be a nutcase without having been labeled :P
 
  • #70
Lol I guess I'm worse than before :p

Disorder Rating Information
Paranoid: High
Schizoid: Moderate
Schizotypal: High
Antisocial: High
Borderline: Low
Histrionic: Very High
Narcissistic: High
Avoidant: High
Dependent: High
Obsessive-Compulsive: Moderate

==
My autism quotient, though, went from 48 to 41.
 
  • #71
Finally got around to taking the test. OMG, I'M HISTRIONIC! :-p

Disorder Rating
Paranoid: Low
Schizoid: Low
Schizotypal: Low
Antisocial: Low
Borderline: Low
Histrionic: Moderate
Narcissistic: Low
Avoidant: Low
Dependent: Low
Obsessive-Compulsive: Low
 

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