Loraine is vain and self-centered. When she goes out, it is not at all uncommon for her to do things that ensure she is the center of attention. Her close friends describe her as a "drama queen." Assuming that her behavior is sufficient to warrant a diagnosis, which of the following personality disorders is she most likely to be diagnosed with?
A. Antisocial
B. Borderline
C. Histrionic
D. Narcissistic
Answer: C
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a. 1 b. 25 c. 50 d. 75
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A. child B. womb C. home D. family
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