Asked by daman singh on Sep 22, 2024

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Which of the following is experienced by individuals with dependent personality disorder?

A) They have a longing to nurture, care, and protect.
B) They are extremely adept at making minor daily decisions.
C) They require a lot of reassurance and advice.
D) They easily express their disagreement with others.

Dependent Personality Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behaviors and fears of separation.

Reassurance

The act of removing someone's doubts or fears, often by providing comforting words or actions.

  • Become familiar with the symptoms and diagnostic criteria for major depressive and personality disorders outlined in the DSM-5.
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Tarron Blasengame4 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Individuals with dependent personality disorder have a pervasive feeling of needing to be taken care of and rely heavily on others for reassurance and guidance in decision-making. They may also be hesitant to express disagreement with others for fear of losing their support. Choice A may be seen in individuals with a caretaking personality style, but it is not specific to dependent personality disorder. Choice B and D are not consistent with the symptoms of this disorder.