what distorted self-appraisal.
Strong emotions may be distress-
ing, associated with a restric-
tion in range of emotional 
experience.Is excessively goal-directed, 
somewhat goal-inhibited, or 
conflicted about goals.
May have an unrealistic or 
socially inappropriate set of 
personal standards, limiting 
some aspects of fulfillment.
Is able to reflect on internal 
experiences, but may over-
emphasize a single (e.g., 
intellectual, emotional) type 
of self-knowledge.Is somewhat compromised in 
ability to appreciate and 
understand others’ experi-
ences; may tend to see others 
as having unreasonable 
expectations or a wish for 
control.
Although capable of consider-
ing and understanding dif-
ferent perspectives, resists 
doing so.
Has inconsistent awareness of 
effect of own behavior on 
others.Is able to establish enduring rela-
tionships in personal and commu-
nity life, with some limitations on 
degree of depth and satisfaction.
Is capable of forming and desires to 
form intimate and reciprocal rela-
tionships, but may be inhibited in 
meaningful expression and some-
times constrained if intense emo-
tions or conflicts arise.
Cooperation may be inhibited by 
unrealistic standards; somewhat 
limited in ability to respect or 
respond to others’ ideas, emo-
tions, and behaviors.