Liz Noticed That Her Son,Joel,was Different from Other Teenagers

question 116

Multiple Choice

Liz noticed that her son,Joel,was different from other teenagers.In fact,he had no friends.He acted impulsively and was unable to develop delayed gratification of his needs.Although intelligent,he showed no compassion for others and often manipulated his teachers so that he talked his way out of many petty crimes at school.When he was punished,it did not seem to faze him.Liz may want to have Joel tested by a psychologist as he is exhibiting symptoms of:

• A)dissociative identity disorder
• B)anti-social personality disorder
• C)generalized anxiety disorder
• D)schizophrenia

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