People who exaggerate their own importance by talking about themselves, craving attention, and responding negatively to criticism are exhibiting which disorder?

Question

Schizoid personality disorder
Narcissistic personality disorder
Paranoid personality disorder
Borderline personality disorder

Answer 1

The behaviors described—exaggerating one's own importance, craving attention, and responding negatively to criticism—are characteristic of Narcissistic Personality Disorder. This disorder involves a pattern of grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.