Amy does not have any close friends. In class, she always seems lost in her own little world. She often has trouble answering questions in class, giving vague or confusing answers. She claims that she does not need any friends and prefers being alone. Amy's personality can be classified as ________.

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Amy's preference for being alone and her difficulty in social situations are indicative of schizoid personality disorder. Antisocial personality disorder, on the other hand, is characterized by a disregard for the rights of others and engaging in impulsive and irresponsible behaviors. There is no evidence that Amy is paranoid or narcissistic.

Amy Does Not Have Any Close Friends