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"Beatlemania" gripped the United States in the 1960s, when the British rock group The Beatles performed; adoring fans screamed, sometimes fainted, and shouted exaggerated, emotional praise at the group. These behaviors MOST closely resemble the characteristics of:

A) histrionic personality disorder.
B) antisocial personality disorder.
C) schizoid personality disorder.
D) narcissistic personality disorder.

Histrionic Personality Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by a pattern of excessive attention-seeking and emotionality.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A mental disorder marked by an ongoing indifference to ethical standards and a lack of consideration for the rights and emotions of other people.

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

A mental condition characterized by a long-term pattern of exaggerated self-importance, the need for excessive attention and admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

  • Understand the characteristics and diagnosis criteria of various personality disorders.
  • Recognize the relationship between personality disorders and social behavior.
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