Larry Thinks He Is the Center of the Universe

question 45

Multiple Choice

Larry thinks he is the center of the universe. He hates waiting in lines, insisting that his time is way too important for such trivial matters. While he easily exploits other people for his own personal gain, he also wants everyone to think he is as great as HE thinks he is. Recently, when his wife's aged mother died, he was secretly a little annoyed at the timing, as it interfered with his vacation. Which of the personality disorders mentioned in your text does Larry BEST fit?

• A) Narcissistic
• B) Histrionic
• C) Antisocial
• D) Paranoid

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Definitions:

Self-actualizers

Individuals who have fulfilled their potential and achieved the highest level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, focusing on personal growth and self-fulfillment.

Independent

Describes the ability to act and make decisions without being influenced by others, often highlighting self-sufficiency.

Self-actualizers

are individuals who have realized and manifested their potentialities and talents, achieving their utmost capabilities.

Peak Experiences

Highly positive, transformative experiences characterized by intense feelings of happiness, fulfillment, or transcendence.