A patient's spouse filed charges of battery.The patient says,"I'm sorry for what I did.I need psychiatric help." The patient has a long history of acting-out behaviors and several arrests.Which statement by the patient suggests an antisocial personality disorder?
A) "I have a quick temper,but I can usually keep it under control."
B) "I've done some stupid things in my life,but I've learned a lesson."
C) "I'm feeling terrible about the way my behavior has hurt my family."
D) "I hit because I'm tired of being nagged.My spouse deserves the beating."
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