Asked by Bobby Chawla on Apr 27, 2024

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Jane has a tendency to see everything people do as a personal attack on her safety and privacy. Judging from this characteristic, which personality disorder is Jane most likely to have?

A) avoidant
B) paranoid
C) dependent
D) narcissistic
E) histrionic

Paranoid

A mental state characterized by persistent delusions of persecution or unwarranted mistrust and suspicion of others.

Personal Attack

An aggressive statement or action directed at an individual, often aiming to hurt or discredit them.

  • Understand the key characteristics and diagnostic criteria of various personality disorders.
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Miriam DuranApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Jane's tendency to see everything as a personal attack on her safety and privacy suggests that she has paranoid personality disorder. Individuals with paranoid personality disorder have a pervasive distrust and suspicion of others and may be hypersensitive to perceived threats or insults. They often read hidden meanings into benign actions of others and have a tendency to bear grudges.