Although personality disorders are distinct from Axis I disorders, some personality disorders overlap with disorders coded on Axis I. Similarities would include those between paranoid personality disorder and __________, as well as avoidant personality disorder and __________.

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Paranoid personality disorder shares some symptoms with schizophrenia, such as delusions of persecution and suspiciousness. Avoidant personality disorder shares some symptoms with social phobia, such as avoidance of social situations and fear of rejection.

Although Personality Disorders Are Distinct from Axis I Disorders, Some