Dependent Personality Type

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

Devoted

Definition:

Synonyms:

Analogous:

Character Strengths and Virtues

1. Devoutness, Self-Denial, Decency; Seriousness, Soberness, Conservatism, Self-Control,
2. Cautiousness, Obedience; Frugality, Thriftiness.
3. Forgiveness, Meekness, Forbearance, Patience; Humility, Modesty, Moderation, Discretion.
4. Sociability, Tactfulness.
5. Sincerity, Honesty, Justice; Reliability, Responsibility, Trustworthiness, Loyalty,
6. Faithfulness.
7. Politeness, Courtesy, Thoughtfulness.
8. Altruism, Benignity, Gentleness, Sympathy, Sensitivity, Considerateness, Friendliness;
9. Gratitude, Tenderness, Agreeableness, Fraternity.
10. Attentiveness, Persistence, Perseverance; Tidiness, Orderliness, Carefulness, Meticulousness, # Dutifulness, Prudence; Steadiness.
11. Knowledgeableness, Fortitude, Stoicism, Humorousness.

Traits or Behaviors

Likes

some strong figure who will provide the resources for their survival and happiness, nurturance, support, help from other people, encouragement, a spouse, being loved, a competent partner or caretaker, staying close to the caretaker, an intimate relationship, subservience, a dependent relationship, subordination, placating and pleasing a caretaker

Dislikes

making decisions by oneself, helplessness, being alone, being abandoned, offending a caretaker, independence, rejection, criticism, having to do things oneself

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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