Mary has difficulty understanding how to interact well with other people. She is socially awkward and withdrawn. Which of the criteria of mental illness best describes Mary?

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Mary's difficulty in interacting with others would be considered dysfunctional as it impairs her ability to function in social situations. While she may experience distress or deviate from social norms, those criteria do not necessarily reflect a dysfunction in her ability to interact with others. There is no indication of danger to herself or others.

Mary Has Difficulty Understanding How to Interact Well with Other