Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) — what it means

A Cluster B disorder defined by excessive emotionality, attention-seeking, theatrical self-presentation, and discomfort when not the center of attention.

What it looks like

Your aunt cries at parties when conversation drifts away from her, dresses to provoke comments, tells big stories that get bigger with each retelling, and reads any cool moment as personal rejection.

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