Esther and Emily both lack self-confidence. Esther is fearful of criticism, so she keeps apart from others. Emily is unwilling to assume responsibility, so she stays in relationships with men who control her life. According to the DSM-5, Esther is ____, while Emily is ____.

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Esther's fear of criticism and tendency to keep apart from others aligns with avoidant personality disorder, while Emily's unwillingness to assume responsibility and tendency to stay in controlling relationships aligns with dependent personality disorder according to the DSM-5.

Esther and Emily Both Lack Self-Confidence