Which of the following characteristics are MOST often associated with people who have schizoid personality disorder?
a. joiners and leaders of social groups
b. those who stand out from peers as loners and underachievers
c. average students who seek praise and recognition from the teacher
d. those who are close to peers, but detached from family members
B
Individuals with schizoid personality disorder are typically perceived as loners and underachievers. They display a complete detachment from people and events around them, and appear cold and aloof. One of the common comments from laypersons about a person with schizoid personality disorder is, "There is something wrong about him/her."
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.