ASWB Social Work Bachelor's Exam Prep

Answer: D – Mark has the symptoms of narcissistic personality disorder, especially since the signs emerged in childhood. Normally, negative consequences do not show themselves until adulthood. Mark has a sense of being more deserving than others based on superiority. Treatment for this disorder is rarely sought and the individual blames negativities on society. Long-term insight therapy can be effective, but getting the person to commit is a problem.