Which of the following personality disorders shows evidence of genetic transmission, on the basis of family risk, twin, and molecular studies?

A. Antisocial.
B. Avoidant.
C. Borderline.
D. Dependent.
E. Schizotypal


Answer: E. Schizotypal

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