Question

tony struggles to get through the day without profound input from his wife, candice. during the day he texts his wife asking her what he should wear to work, what he should eat for breakfast and lunch, how much caffeine and water he should drink and how to respond to coworkers requests. at home, tony will never start dinner, the dishes, laundry, cleaning or any changes to the home until his wife is there to help or instruct him. tonys wife, candice is his third marriage. after one marriage ends, he is quick to find another spouse even if he doesnt know or trust them well. candice regularly tells tony that he is useless, inept and that he \would be worthless if his family wasnt wealthy.\ tony believes this and internalizes it, viewing it as proof that he needs assistance.
tony fits the criteria for ___________
in part by the self - concept and fear that he \boxed{} personality disorder, which is driven
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Explanation:

Tony shows excessive dependence on his wife for daily decisions (what to wear, eat, respond to coworkers, home tasks) and internalizes negative self - concept from his wife's criticism, fitting the criteria of Dependent Personality Disorder. The disorder is characterized by a pervasive need to be taken care of, leading to submissive and clinging behavior, and fears of being unable to function without assistance.

Answer:

Dependent, will be alone and unable to function