Histrionic personality disorder
Symptoms & Signs
People with this disorder are usually able to function at a high level and can be successful socially and at work. Symptoms include: - Acting or looking overly seductive
- Being easily influenced by other people
- Being overly concerned with their looks
- Being overly dramatic and emotional
- Being overly sensitive to criticism or disapproval
- Believing that relationships are more intimate than they actually are
- Blaming failure or disappointment on others
- Constantly seeking reassurance or approval
- Having a low tolerance for frustration or delayed gratification
- Needing to be the center of attention (self-centeredness)
- Quickly changing emotions, which may seem shallow to others
Diagnosis & Tests
The health care provider can diagnose histrionic personality disorder by looking at your: - Behavior
- History
- Overall appearance
- Psychological evaluation
There is no formal test to confirm the diagnosis.
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