A patient's spouse filed charges after repeatedly being battered. The patient sarcastically says, "I'm sorry for what I did. I need psychiatric help." Which statement by the patient supports an antisocial personality disorder?
a. "I have a quick temper, but I can usually keep it under control."
b. "I've done some stupid things in my life, but I've learned a lesson."
c. "I'm feeling terrible about the way my behavior has hurt my family."
d. "I hit because I am tired of being nagged. My spouse deserves the beating."
ANS: D
The patient with an antisocial personality disorder often impulsively acts out feelings of anger and feels no guilt or remorse. Patients with antisocial personality disorders rarely seem to learn from experience or feel true remorse. Problems with anger management and impulse control are common.
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