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Histrionic personality disorder involves a pattern of excessive emotional expression and attention-seeking, including an excessive need for approval and inappropriate seductiveness. It usually begins in early adulthood.

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Symptoms
Constant seeking of reassurance or approval; Excessive dramatics with exaggerated displays of emotions; Excessive sensi...
Causes
The cause of this disorder is unknown, but childhood events and genetics may both be involved. It occurs more frequentl...
Tests
The person's overall appearance, behavior, history, and a psychological evaluation are usually enough to make the diagn...
Treatments
Treatment is often prompted by depression associated with failed romantic relationships. Medication may be helpful with...
Alternative Therapies
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Meditation
Risk Factors
  • Genetic Risk
  • Hispanic Americans
  • Women
Complications
Histrionic personality disorder may affect a person's social or romantic relationships, or their ability to cope with l...
Prevention
Mental health intervention may allow people who are prone to this condition to learn more effective ways of understandi...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you think you may have symptoms of histrionic personality disorder, particularly if i...

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