A 27-year-old woman comes to psychiatrist complaining of sleep difficulty since her breakup a month ago. On exploring fuher she repos difficulty in work, decision making, socializing without his help. Since early age she has struggled with low self-confidence and fears of rejection and abandonment. She appears anxious and sad but brightens easily. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis in this patient?
Correct Answer: Dependent personality disorder
Description: Patient's excessive dependency on her boyfriend,indecisiveness, and fear of being alone are suggestive of dependent personality disorder. It is a cluster C PD .Additionally in this patient is uncomfoable when alone.
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