Cindy has been suspicious of her coworkers lately and suspects that they are talking about her (although there is no evidence to support her suspicions). Cindy is convinced her suspicions
Are true because she has a "sixth sense" about this. Cindy's behavior is characteristic of a(n)
______ personality disorder.

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Cindy's belief in a "sixth sense" and her unfounded suspicions are characteristic of schizotypal personality disorder, which is characterized by odd beliefs, magical thinking, and paranoid ideation. The other personality disorders listed (schizoid, avoidant, and narcissistic) do not fit Cindy's symptoms as well.

Cindy Has Been Suspicious of Her Coworkers Lately and Suspects