Thomas Was an Elementary School Principal Who Would Meet with a Team

question 71

Multiple Choice

Thomas was an elementary school principal who would meet with a team of professionals to discuss various children's problems within the school. He would tell them his philosophy of education, discipline, interacting with staff and children, etc. and why this was the best way to run the school. After his lengthy dissertation, the school psychologist wanted to discuss a child who appeared to have a learning disability. Thomas immediately excused himself to take inventory. Which type of personality disorder best typifies Thomas' behavior?

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

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Definitions:

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