Question

Kumar is often described as a "strange duck" by his peers. He dresses strangely, has very unusual habits, and believes that he has ESP and can interpret future events. He has very few close friends, and he typically keeps to himself because people make him anxious. Which type of personality disorder BEST fits Kumar's case?

Answer 1

Answer: Schizotypal

Explanation: The personality disorder that fits the best in Kumar's case is the schizotypal personality disorder.

This type of disorder involves difficulties in making or mantaining relationships, eccentric behavior (strange manners for example) and cognitive and perceptual distortions.