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Understanding Personality Disorders: The Cluster Breakdown


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In this episode of Licensure Lifeline, host Matt Lawson takes you on a deep dive into Personality Disorders—one of the most critical areas to master for the Licensure exams. Learn how to differentiate between Cluster A (Odd, Eccentric), Cluster B (Dramatic, Emotional), and Cluster C (Anxious, Fearful) personality disorders, including the hallmark traits of Paranoid, Borderline, Narcissistic, and Avoidant Personality Disorders. This breakdown simplifies the diagnostic process, making it easier to recognize the subtle differences that can trip you up during exam vignettes.Sound Bites

In The News: This week, we explore the rise of Digital Therapeutics and AI in Mental Health Care. Discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping treatment protocols, enhancing patient engagement, and providing real-time data analysis to improve mental health outcomes.

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Study Stack Tip: This week’s Study Stack Tip is all about Chunking for Better Recall. Instead of memorizing isolated facts, group related concepts together for easier recall. For Personality Disorders, think of them in clusters:

  • Cluster A (Odd, Eccentric): Paranoid, Schizoid, Schizotypal
  • Cluster B (Dramatic, Emotional): Borderline, Narcissistic, Antisocial, Histrionic
  • Cluster C (Anxious, Fearful): Avoidant, Dependent, Obsessive-Compulsive

By mentally “chunking” these groups, you reduce cognitive overload and make it easier to recall the right diagnosis under exam pressure.

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