Which behaviors create interpersonal relationship problems for an individual diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder? Select all that apply

Question

a. Grandiose self-importance
b. Sense of entitlement
c. Lack of empathy
d. Risk taking
e. Shyness

Answer 1

A, B, C
The individual with narcissistic personality disorder has difficult interpersonal relationships because of characteristic behaviors and tendencies toward grandiose self-importance, a sense of entitlement, and lack of empathy. Evidence does not suggest the other characteristics as behaviors or traits of individuals with this personality disorder.