The finding that temperament may play a role in the etiology of personality disorders suggests that: a susceptibility to the development of a personality disorder may be inherited. learning plays a significant role in the development of personality disorders. all personality disorders have a biological basis. the environment does not play a causal role in the development of mood disorders.
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This could imply that a susceptibility to developing a personality disorder may be inherited. However, it does not necessarily mean that all personality disorders have a biological basis. While temperament may contribute, there are likely other factors at play Show more…
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