Joe Is Extremely Sensitive to Criticism and Disapproval, and as a Result

question 42

Multiple Choice

Joe is extremely sensitive to criticism and disapproval, and as a result actively avoids intimacy with others. However, he is lonely and would like to have more friends. Judging from this description, which personality disorder is Joe most likely to have?

• A) schizoid
• B) narcissistic
• C) borderline
• D) avoidant
• E) dependent

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Definitions:

Organisms

Living beings that can function independently, including animals, plants, bacteria, and fungi.

Conscious Control

The deliberate use of one's awareness to regulate and direct one's thoughts, actions, or emotions.

High-Level

Refers to abstract, complex or strategic thinking or reasoning that involves comprehensive analysis or synthesis of information.

Low-Level

Pertaining to basic or rudimentary aspects of a process or operation, often without involving complexities.