schizoid personality disorder

noun

variants or schizoid personality
: a personality disorder characterized by limited emotional expression, a lack of desire for meaningful close relationships, a preference for solitary activities, and avoidance of social interaction
Schizoid personality disorder is readily discernible because such individuals do not desire social contact; they are the loners who prefer living that way …Murray B. Stein and Dan J. Stein

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The causes are unknown, and schizoid personality disorder can be hard to treat. Jessica Migala, Health, 17 Nov. 2023 The causes of schizoid personality disorder remain unknown. Jessica Migala, Health, 17 Nov. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of schizoid personality disorder was in 1955

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“Schizoid personality disorder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/schizoid%20personality%20disorder. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

schizoid personality disorder

noun
: a personality disorder characterized by limited emotional expression, a lack of desire for close meaningful relationships, a preference for solitary activities, and avoidance of social interaction
Schizoid personality disorder is readily discernible because such individuals do not desire social contact; they are the loners who prefer living that way …Murray B. Stein and Dan J. Stein
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