Marty is moody, manipulative, and unstable, and he lacks a clear sense of identity, and often clings to others. He wants to have close relationships but is unable to do so because he is untrusting of others. Marty has symptoms consistent with ______ personality disorder.

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Marty exhibits symptoms consistent with borderline personality disorder, including mood instability, manipulativeness, identity disturbance, fear of abandonment, and difficulty maintaining close relationships due to trust issues. Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by disregard for others' rights and feelings, while bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by cycles of depression and mania. Dependent personality disorder involves a pervasive need for others to take care of them, which is not the primary issue with Marty.

Marty Is Moody, Manipulative, and Unstable, and He Lacks a Clear