Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD)

Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) is a complex psychiatric condition characterized by attention-seeking behavior, excessive emotional expression, and an exaggerated need for approval.

While the exact causes of HPD are not fully understood, several factors have been suggested to contribute to its development.

These include genetic predisposition, dysfunctional family dynamics, and childhood experiences of neglect or abuse.

Individuals with HPD typically exhibit a range of symptoms including dramatic and theatrical behavior, self-centeredness, shallow emotions, and an intense desire to be the center of attention.

Treatment for HPD often includes psychotherapy aimed at helping individuals identify unconscious motivations for their attention-seeking behaviors and developing more adaptive ways of relating to others.

Cognitive-behavioral therapy can also be helpful in challenging maladaptive thoughts and behaviors associated with this disorder.

Medication may be prescribed in some cases to manage co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression that commonly accompany HPD.