Marty is 38 years old and still lives at home with his parents. He asks them to help him make almost every major decision in his life because he just cannot make up his own mind. He spends a lot of time helping and doing things for others in large part because he is terrified of being rejected and being left by himself. Marty is suffering from ________ personality disorder.

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Marty displays symptoms consistent with dependent personality disorder, which is characterized by a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of that leads to submissive and clinging behavior, fear of separation, and difficulty making decisions without reassurance from others.

Marty Is 38 Years Old and Still Lives at Home