Dr. Lucas is a college professor who wants to get his research published. He graduated magna cum laude from his university, but has yet to write a single word on his research paper. He blames the college for his inability to complete the paper because the extra duties outside of his teaching schedule are consuming his time. He believes the college should reduce the extra trivial duties because of his high status. Dr. Lucas' constant complaints and arrogance irritates the other faculty members. Which personality disorder is Dr. Lucas' behaviour most characteristic of?

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Dr. Lucas' behaviour is most characteristic of narcissistic personality disorder as he is exhibiting grandiosity, entitlement, and a lack of empathy towards others. He believes that his high status should exempt him from trivial duties and constantly complains about his workload without taking responsibility for his own actions.

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