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Learn the important personality disorders to know for HESI, NCLEX, ATI and More. Learn how to zoom in on clues in the scenarios provided and how to eliminate wrong answer choices.

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Cluster A – Odd or Eccentric Disorders
1. Personality disorders in Cluster A are characterized by _________, __________, and _________ behavior patterns.
2. Individuals with paranoid personality disorder often display persistent _________ and a strong belief that others intend to _________ them.
3. The hallmark of schizoid personality disorder is social _________ and a preference for _________ activities.
4. Schizotypal personality disorder is associated with __________ thinking, unusual __________, and odd __________.

Cluster B – Dramatic, Emotional, or Erratic Disorders
5. Cluster B personality disorders often involve problems with emotional _________, impulsivity, and _________ relationships.
6. Antisocial personality disorder involves a disregard for the _________ of others, lack of __________, and repeated _________ behavior.
7. Borderline personality disorder commonly includes emotional instability, fear of _________, and a pattern of _________ or splitting.
8. Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by excessive _________ seeking and exaggerated _________ expression.
9. Narcissistic personality disorder involves a grandiose sense of __________, need for excessive __________, and lack of __________.