Nicole is an unmarried 45-year old woman.She has a difficult time meeting people and initiating relationships because she is fearful of being rejected.When she is in relationships,she often finds herself pushing her partner away out of fear that the individual may leave her first.Which personality disorder is Nicole most likely exhibiting?

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Nicole is exhibiting symptoms of avoidant personality disorder which is characterized by a fear of rejection, difficulty initiating relationships, and a tendency to push away partners in order to avoid being rejected. Dependents may also fear rejection, but they typically do not push away partners. Narcissistic individuals have a grandiose sense of self-importance and would not exhibit fear of rejection. Borderline personality disorder is characterized by unstable emotions, impulsivity, and a fear of abandonment, but Nicole's fear of rejection is more specific and does not necessarily include fear of abandonment.

Nicole Is an Unmarried 45-Year Old Woman