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Personality Screen, Part B

Screening for mental health is just as important as screening for other physical health issues!  Most of us go for a physical checkup once a year, but don't think twice about a mental health checkup.  Sometimes symptoms can sneak up on us gradually over time and we don't notice them until they start causing us problems.  Other times, symptoms come on rapidly and we are overwhelmed how to handle them.  We offer several mental health screens on this website to offer you a quick way to assess how you are doing in several key areas.  This is not a substitute for a full mental health assessment nor is it intended to replace mental health or medical care.  Only an independently licensed mental health or medical professional can provide a mental health diagnosis and treatment.  However, knowledge is power and these screening tools can help you become more aware of potential symptoms and alert you to seek help.

PERSONALITY SCREEN, PART B:  Please review the following statements and see if any are true for you:

  • I have trouble following rules and have sometimes broken the law

  • I often lie or con others

  • I typically don't plan ahead and act without thinking about the consequences

  • I am frequently irritable and aggressive

  • I have done things that have put myself and others at risk of harm or injury

  • I have trouble keeping steady work because I don't get along well with others

  • I am not really interested in other people's feelings

  • I have hurt others physically, sexually, emotionally, and/or financially

  • I am always afraid that the people I love will leave me

  • I think I have more trouble in relationships than other people my age

  • I sometimes hurt myself by cutting, taking too many pills or burning myself when I am sad or upset

  • I have recurrent thoughts of suicide, especially during or after a breakup

  • I have trouble controlling my anger

  • My mood fluctuate a lot

  • I usually see things as black and white, right or wrong.  I often have strong opinions one way or another.

  • People typically see me as the life of the party with the best stories to tell

  • Others see me as eccentric

  • I've been accused of being manipulative and self-centered

  • I sometimes dress or act provocatively to get attendtion

  • I often get hurt in relationships because I emotionally invest more in the relationship

  • I believe that people who get taken advantage of are weak and deserving of being used

  • it is important that I win and be seen as a winner

  • Others have accused me of being arrogant

  • Others admire my achievements and look up to me as a person of authority

  • People are often envious of me

  • I believe it is a dog eat dog world and I will do whatever it takes to stay on top

  • I sometimes profit at the expense of others, but I believe the ends justify the means

If any of these statements are true for you and are affecting your ability to fully enjoy life, parent, socialize, work, or go to school, then it may be time to set up a mental health assessment.  Please contact us today at East Coast Counseling, LLC.  You can set up an intake appointment in less than 5 minutes on our online patient portal.  You could also go old school and call for an appointment!  Either way, we look forward to helping you feel better.

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