a woman does well in therapy for histrionic personality disorder

What Are the Treatment Options for Histrionic Personality Disorder?

Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is one of a larger group of mental health disorders called “Cluster B” personality disorders. This subset of personality disorders is characterized by overly emotional, dramatic, and erratic behaviors. Other “Cluster B” personality disorders include antisocial personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, and narcissistic personality disorder. It is common for individuals to…

a woman seeks treatment for histrionic personality disorder

What Are the Signs of Histrionic Personality Disorder?

Personality refers to the characteristic patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that make each of us unique beings. There has been great debate about whether or not personality is fixed at birth or can be influenced by life experiences. While genetics definitely play a role in personality development, research shows that environmental factors also contribute…