Liam often behaves eccentrically, such that his behavior affects every day functioning with a heightened risk to others. As a result, he fails to hold a regular job and is seldom productive. According to the "4 Ds" of determining whether something is a mental disorder, it is most likely that Liam ________.
A. shows signs of dysfunctional behavior
B. has Alzheimer's disease
C. has Parkinson's disease
D. shows signs of anorexia nervosa
Answer: A
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