Sherry has a very difficult time controlling her behavior.She hates being by herself and makes every effort to keep people as emotionally close to her as possible.She has threatened to hurt herself more than once when boyfriends have broken up with her.Sherry would probably be diagnosed with ________ disorder.

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Sherry exhibits symptoms of borderline personality disorder, which is characterized by unstable relationships, intense fears of abandonment, impulsive behavior, and a pattern of unstable emotions. Being unable to control one's behavior and threatening self-harm after a breakup are common symptoms of this disorder. Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance and a lack of empathy for others. Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder involves a preoccupation with order and perfectionism. A mood disorder involves disruptions in a person's mood, such as depression or bipolar disorder, but does not necessarily involve the same symptoms as borderline personality disorder.

Sherry Has a Very Difficult Time Controlling Her Behavior