Cluster C personality disorders (Last Updated - 5/22/2003)
-anxious / fearful or worried group of personality disorders
-3 subtypes:
A) Avoidant Personality Disorder:
-sensitive to rejection
-socially inhibited
-feelings of inadequacy
B) Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD):
-extreme concern for order, perfection and control
-do not confuse w/ OCD (anxiety disorder)
C) Dependent Personality Disorder:
-submissive
-low self-confidence
-have a need to be taken care of or controlled
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References:
1) First Aid for the USMLE Step 1. Bhushan et al. 2002. pg. 136.