Jillian lets her husband keep all the financial records for the family,and she expects him to make all the decisions that affect the family.She refuses to make any decisions on her own,and if anything unexpected occurs,she calls her husband at work to ask for his advice.Which cluster of disorders is most consistent with Jillian's symptoms if she has a personality disorder

A) odd/eccentric
B) anxious/fearful
C) neurotic/dissociative
D) dramatic/impulsive

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Sheila Rodriguez · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Jillian's behavior is most consistent with the anxious/fearful cluster of personality disorders. This cluster includes disorders characterized by pervasive anxiety, fear, and a need for security, which can manifest as dependency and avoidance of decision-making, as seen in Jillian's reliance on her husband for decision-making and her reluctance to handle unexpected situations independently.

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