  histrionic personality disorder (hpd) is defined by the american psychiatric association as a personality disorder. this personalty disorder is characterized by a pattern of excessive attention-seeking emotions, usually beginning in early adulthood, including inappropriately seductive behavior and an excessive need for approval. histrionic people are lively, dramatic, vivacious, enthusiastic, and flirtatious. hpd affects four times as many women as men. it has a prevalence of 2â3% in the general population and 10â15% in inpatient and outpatient mental health institutions. hpd lies in the dramatic cluster of personality disorders. people with hpd have a high need for attention, make loud and inappropriate appearances, exaggerate their behaviors and emotions, and crave stimulation. they may exhibit sexually provocative behavior, express strong emotions with an impressionistic style, and can be easily influenced by others. associated features include egocentrism, self-indulgence, continuous longing for appreciation, and persistent manipulative behavior to achieve their own needs. ==characteristics== people with hpd are usually high-functioning, both socially and professionally. they usually have good social skills, despite tending to use them to manipulate others into making them the center of attention. hpd may also affect a person's social and/or romantic relationships, as well as their ability to cope with losses or failures. they may seek treatment for clinical depression when romantic (or other close personal) relationships end. individuals with hpd often fail to see their own personal situation realistically, instead dramatizing and exaggerating their difficulties. they may go through frequent job changes, as they become easily bored and may prefer withdrawing from frustration (instead of facing it). because they tend to crave novelty and excitement, they may place themselves in risky situations. all of these factors may lead to greater risk of develo
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