Asked by Blonde Streaker on Jul 05, 2024

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Sherry is distrusting of the government and is suspicious that it has had her apartment bugged to hear what she is doing when she is at home.Sherry's odd behavior is consistent with personality disorders in the eccentric cluster,specifically ________ personality disorder.

A) avoidant
B) schizoid
C) histrionic
D) paranoid

Paranoid Personality Disorder

A mental condition characterized by a long-term pattern of distrust and suspicion of others, without sufficient basis.

Schizoid

Pertaining to a personality disorder characterized by a long-term pattern of detachment from social relationships and a limited range of emotional expression.

  • Understand the diagnostic criteria, characteristics, and treatment considerations for personality disorders.
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Jackie CraigJul 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Sherry's behavior is indicative of paranoid personality disorder, which is characterized by a pervasive distrust and suspicion of others such that their motives are interpreted as malevolent. This is consistent with her belief that the government is spying on her, a hallmark of the eccentric cluster of personality disorders that includes paranoid personality disorder.