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Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

DPD is a mental health condition characterized by an excessive and pervasive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behavior and fear of separation.

AP course connection

Topic 8.6: 8.6 Feeding and Eating, Substance and Addictive, and Personality Disorders

Unit 8

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