Histrionic personality disorder
Also called: HPD
A mental health condition that affects the way a person thinks, perceives, and relates to others.
- Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging not required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
Genes play a role in the development of personality disorders. Abuse or instability during childhood also may increase risk.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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Histrionic personality disorder is a mental condition in which people act in a very emotional and dramatic way that draws attention to themselves.
Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is part of a larger group of psychological disorders called “Cluster B” personality disorders.
Histrionic personality disorder is a type of psychiatric disorder that features attention-seeking behaviours, seductive behaviour and emotional over-reaction.
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Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of excessive emotionality and attention seeking. Diagnosis is by clinical criteria.
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