Ep 37: Answering Viewer Questions About Schizoid Personality

In this episode of The Personality Couch, we (licensed clinical psychologists Doc Bok and Doc Fish) answer your most-asked questions about schizoid personality. We address misconceptions about schizoid and settle its pronunciation debate (is it skii-zoid or skitz-oid?). We also explore the significant role (or not) of maternal relationships in schizoid’s development. Relatedly, we take a critical look at emotional expression, where we discuss the impact of gender expectations, and the nuanced understanding of fear of intrusion. We further explore power dynamics at play in schizoid behavior, their expression of anger, and how this personality navigates our highly social world.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Schizoid Personality
• 00:50 Pronunciation of Schizoid
• 04:19 How The Hosts Know About Schizoid
• 09:54 The Role of Masking in Schizoid Personalities
• 13:16 Gender Differences in Schizoid Expression
• 14:46 Does Mom Really Matter?
• 16:52 Alternative Pathways to Schizoid Development
• 24:04 Power Dynamics, Fear, & Control in Schizoid Behavior
• 30:00 Anger & Emotional Expression in Schizoids
• 34:02 Schizoid & The Big 5 Personality (OCEAN)
• 35:18 Schizoids & Raisins
• 37:05 Conclusion & Final Thoughts