Gary reacts in an extreme manner to the slightest provocation. He is unable to keep his emotions in check, and arguments heat up quickly such that Gary often attempts to harm himself. He also fears that his girlfriend will break up with him. Sometimes he thinks that his girlfriend is perfect, and he is the luckiest man to have her; at other times, he completely despises her and can't stand to have her around. In the context of personality disorders, Gary's behavior indicates that he is suffering from ________.
A. borderline personality disorder
B. narcissistic personality disorder
C. histrionic personality disorder
D. antisocial personality disorder
Answer: A
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