Schizoid Personality Type

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Contents 1 Solitary 2 Character Strengths and Virtues 3 Traits or Behaviors 4 Likes 5 Dislikes 6 Noteworthy Examples 7 References

Solitary

Definition:

Synonyms:

Analogous:

Character Strengths and Virtues

1. Solitude, [silence, recollection].
2. Independence, [non-attachment], self-containment, autonomous competence, creativity.
3. Sangfroid, even-tempered, calmness, dispassion, imperturbability, detachment; observation, concentration, clarity of vision, being-informed, science.
4. Stoicism, indifference, self-control, self-restraint, [altruism, self-sacrifice].
5. Sexual composure, not passionately sexual.
6. Feet on the ground, responsibility (Oldham, 275-86).

Traits or Behaviors

Likes

solitude, isolation, autonomy, detachment, being alone, mobility, independence, solitary pursuits, making decisions by oneself, carrying out solo activities, not getting involved, freedom of action, keeping one's distance, sexual pleasure, knowledge, competency, privacy, leisure

Dislikes

intimacy, being involved in a group, other people (because they are intrusive), closeness, close relationships, being encumbered by other people, being encumbered by employment, actions by others that represent encroachment, close encounters, having to share decision making, showing feelings, sexual experiences with others, social responsibilities,

Noteworthy Examples

References

John M. Oldham and Lois B. Morris (1995). The New Personality Self-Portrait: Why You Think, Work, Love and Act the Way You Do. New York: Bantam.

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