Histrionic Personality Disorder: Symptoms & Signs (HPD, Hystrionic Personality Disorder)

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Alternate Names : HPD, Hystrionic Personality Disorder

A person with histrionic personality disorder:

is uncomfortable in situations in which he or she is not the center of attention

acts in a sexually seductive or provocative way

has exaggerated emotions

uses his or her physical appearance to draw attention

is easily influenced by others

is constantly seeking reassurance or approval from others

is sensitive to criticism or disapproval

considers relationships to be more intimate than they actually are

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Author: Ann Reyes, Ph.D.
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 07/02/01

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