John lies, cheats, and steals. He doesn't care how he hurts others. Based solely on this information, John's case BEST illustrates ______ personality disorder.

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John's behavior is characterized by a complete lack of empathy, disregard for laws and social norms, and a history of manipulating others for his own gain. These are common traits of individuals with psychopathic personality disorder. Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by attention-seeking behavior, while avoidant personality disorder involves social withdrawal and fear of rejection. Narcissistic personality disorder involves an excessive focus on oneself and a need for admiration, which is not evident in John's behavior.

John Lies, Cheats, and Steals