Question

Although schizoid and avoidant personality disorders both display social withdrawal, those with avoidant personality disorder, unlike those with schizoid personality disorder, _______________.

Answer 1

Answer:

desire relationships with others but are hindered by fear of being rejected or shame.

Explanation:

Schizoid and avoidant personality disorders are a set of mental disorder with maladaptive behavior that is characterized by similar symptoms of which detachment from social interaction is a similar symptom of both. Although, persons having schizoid personality disorder and persons having avoidant personality disorder maybe socially awkward, a distinguishing symptom common to those with avoidant personality disorder is that, they desire or want relationships but are hindered because of fear or rejection and criticism.