Which type of personality disorder is characterized by extreme mistrust and suspicion of others?

A. Antisocial personality disorder
B. Borderline personality disorder
C. Paranoid personality disorder
D. Narcissistic personality disorder

Answer: Paranoid personality disorder

Additional Information: Paranoid personality disorder is characterized by pervasive distrust and suspicion of others.

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