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Schizoid Personality Disorder

Underlying Cause

Schizoid Personality Disorder Underlying Cause

The cause for schizoid personality disorder is unknown.

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Last Updated: May 18, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Schizoid Personality Disorder References:

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Tantam D. Lifelong eccentricity and social isolation. II: Asperger's syndrome or schizoid personality disorder? Br J Psychiatry. 1988 Dec;153:783-91.
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