Question

Lakita wants to get a degree in accounting so that she can become a CPA. She has decided to take classes online, however, because she is very timid about going to a class with 30 other students where she might be expected to speak out. She is afraid that if she says something silly, gives a wrong answer, or just acts in an inappropriate way she will be shamed in front of others. Lakita has always struggled with this problem, and has thus lived a relatively isolated life for quite a few years. Lakita might be diagnosed as having _____ personality disorder.

antisocial
negativistic
avoidant
schizoid

Answer 1

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Step-by-step explanation:

Individuals with this disorder have a very difficult time forming relationships, including with their families, peers, or potential romantic partners. Their fear of being rejected is so strong that they protect themselves by avoiding involvement or interactions of any depth with others.