What type of personality disorder may be linked to dissatisfaction during the oral stage?

The connection between dissatisfaction during the oral stage and oral aggressive personality disorder stems from the psychosexual development theories proposed by Sigmund Freud. The oral stage, which occurs from birth to about 18 months, is characterized by pleasure centered around the mouth, through activities such as feeding and sucking. If an individual experiences frustration or conflict during this stage—perhaps due to weaning or insufficient oral gratification—they may develop traits associated with oral fixation.

Oral aggressive personality disorder develops as a response to these frustrations. Individuals suffering from this disorder might exhibit characteristics such as dependency, manipulation, or aggressiveness, often linked to unmet needs during the oral phase. This reflects the idea that unresolved conflicts in the early stages of development can lead to specific personality traits in adulthood, particularly those that revolve around issues of trust and control.

In contrast, other types of personality disorders listed in the options are associated with different psychosexual stages and their respective conflicts. The anal-retentive personality disorder arises from the anal stage, focusing on issues of control and order; phallic personality disorder relates to the Oedipus complex and the exploration of gender identity during the phallic stage; and latency personality disorder is more about the development of social and communication skills during the latency stage.