schizoid personality disorder
noun
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: 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.
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The causes of schizoid personality disorder remain unknown.
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Jessica Migala, Health, 17 Nov. 2023
The causes of schizoid personality disorder remain unknown.
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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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