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How do you determine if you have Histrionic Personality Disorder?

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A person with histrionic personality disorder always seems to be "on stage". They demand to always be the center of attention and are very self-centered. They are usually very emotional and manipulative.

if you Characterized by at least 3 of the following:

1 self-dramatization, theatricality, exaggerated expression of emotions

2 suggestibility, easily influenced by others or by circumstances

3 shallow and labile affectivity

4 continual seeking for excitement and activities in which the patient is the centre of attention

5 inappropriate seductiveness in appearance or behaviour

6 over-concern with physical attractiveness

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