Nichole got devastating news. A 222! She had a ton of ground to make up. More than I would have thought possible. But… She did it. She went up 137 points! Listen to her story.

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We’ve got an interview this week with Heather. She was feeling a little lost. A little behind, and she wanted to share with you a few ways that helped her turn it around.

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Mary’s story is AMAZING. She was the Valedictorian o her high school She graduated Cum laude in 3 years from undergrad while working 30-35 hours per week. Then she got to PA school and got her first 20 on 100 point test. That was followed promptly by her first 10 on a 100 point test. […]

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Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Alcohol Use Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Test Alert Opioid Use Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Test Alert Stimulant Use Disorder (Cocaine, Amphetamines) Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators […]

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Personality Disorders Definition/Overview Clusters High-Yield Management Principles Cluster A: Odd / Eccentric (Mad) Paranoid Personality Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Test Alert Schizoid Personality Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Test Alert Schizotypal Personality Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, […]

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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Clinical Presentation Inattention (≥6 symptoms if ≤16; ≥5 if ≥17): Hyperactivity/Impulsivity (≥6 symptoms if ≤16; ≥5 if ≥17): Functional impairment required (academic, social, occupational). Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment First-line: Stimulants (most effective) Non-stimulant alternatives Non-pharmacologic Key Differentiators Test Alert Autism Spectrum […]

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Bipolar and Related Disorders Chronic mood disorder with episodes of mania/hypomania and depression.Onset typically late teens–20s. Equal in men/women. Strong genetic predisposition. Clinical Presentation Bipolar I Disorder Bipolar II Disorder Cyclothymic Disorder Hallmark exam clues Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment First-line (mood stabilizers): Adjunctive / Antipsychotics: Antidepressants: Non-pharmacologic: Key Differentiators Bipolar I vs. […]

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Panic Disorder Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Phobias Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management High-Yield Facts

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