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This is associated with the individual holding unconventional beliefs and difficulty interacting with others due to social anxiety and paranoia.
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Schizotypal personality disorder
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This is characterised by intense fluctuating emotions, inability to maintain relationships, feelings of emptiness and often self-harm.
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Emotionally unstable personality disorder
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This is characterised by inappropriate attention-seeking behaviour and an excessive desire for approval and validation.
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Histrionic personality disorder
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This is characterised by a lack of empathy and aggressive behaviour towards others and is associated with impulsive behaviour and often substance abuse.
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Antisocial personality disorder
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This is a classic description of narcissistic personality disorder, where the individual believes themselves to be superior and acts in a manipulative manner, often to get admiration.
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Narsicistic personality disorder
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Class B personality disorders
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Narcissistic personality disorder is characterised by an inflated sense of self-importance and a constant need for admiration from others.
A 27-year-old female often gets into disagreements with her colleagues. She believes herself to be the best employee in the company and thinks others have ideas which are unimportant or meaningless. She will constantly seek praise from her boss and enjoys having interns she can influence. She frequently lies about missing deadlines to ensure she is presented in the best possible way at work.

Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
a