Which of the Following Persons Would Most Likely Be Diagnosed

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following persons would most likely be diagnosed with a schizotypal personality disorder?

• A) Adam is a perfectionist, who follows a rigid routine and prefers to be in control at all times.
• B) Tommy is deeply mistrustful and suspicious of other's motives.
• C) Willis is a loner, who exhibits extremely odd behavior and has bizarre thought patterns, but is not actively psychotic.
• D) Walter is timid and uncomfortable in social situations and fears evaluation.

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