Psychodynamic model of disease explains the psychopathologic cause of all mental illness to be
AStructural and functional defect in CNS
BMaladaptive
CCognition difficulties
DUnconscious conflict
A 43-year-old presents to the emergency department accompanied by police. He came to the police station accusing his daughter of wanting to kill him. The police, after investigating the family and the neighbors, understood that it was a false accusation. His physical examination is not remarkable. What is the most likely diagnosis here?
ACotard syndrome
BDelusional disorder
CIllusions
DHallucinations
A girl exhibits aggressive behavior such as smashing and throwing objects and verbally abusing hospital staff. However, she shows a different demeanor towards a particular resident doctor. What could be the most likely diagnosis?
ABipolar disorder
BSchizoaffective disorder
CAntisocial personality
DBorderline personality disorder
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