Your neighbor, who has antisocial personality disorder, told you he is going to see a psychiatrist at the mental health clinic. You are surprised by his statement and conclude that he has been
a. ordered by a judge to seek psychotherapy.
b. involved with a religious movement and "seen the light."
c. involved in a serious committed relationship and wants to alter his behavior.
d. arrested several times and feels he has embarrassed his family enough with his behavior.
Answer: a.
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