A film critic's description of a character in a film uses these phrases: a grandiose sense of self-importance, the inability to empathize with others, and a preoccupation with his own achievements and abilities. At the end of the description,

the critic says the character needs therapy. If the character were to seek therapy, which diagnosis might be made?

a. dependent personality disorder
b. borderline personality disorder
c. schizotypal personality disorder
d. narcissistic personality disorder


Answer: d.

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