Dr.Johnson asks Sam,"How have you gotten your way in the past?" Sam says,"By intimidating and bullying people." Dr.Johnson continues,"And what consequences have resulted from your behavior?" Sam says,"I have been in jail for 12 of the past 13 years." Dr.Johnson asks,"What did you actually accomplish by bullying others?" Sam responds,"I got jail time." First,a correct diagnosis for Sam would most likely be _____.And if Dr.Johnson asks Sam to question the validity of his beliefs as a way to change Sam's behavior,then Dr.Johnson is most likely a _____.

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The correct diagnosis for Sam would be antisocial personality disorder, as his behavior involves disregard for the rights of others, violating laws and social norms, and using intimidation and aggression for personal gain. Dr. Johnson is most likely a cognitive therapist, as he is attempting to challenge Sam's beliefs and thought patterns that lead to his destructive behavior.

DrJohnson Asks Sam,"How Have You Gotten Your Way in the Past