Carly has a tendency to be very affectionate with her partner, then becomes angry, and then begs him not to leave. Carly is showing a pattern associated with which personality disorder?

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Carly's pattern of behavior is characteristic of borderline personality disorder, which is characterized by unstable and intense relationships, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, and fear of abandonment. The affectionate behavior followed by anger and then begging not to be left are all common behaviors seen in individuals with borderline personality disorder.

Carly Has a Tendency to Be Very Affectionate with Her