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A Guide to Histrionic Personality Disorder
Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) is a mental health condition characterized by a pervasive pattern of excessive emotional outbursts and attention-seeking behavior. This disorder goes beyond enjoying the spotlight; individuals with this disorder will behave dramatically and even inappropriately at any opportunity to get the attention and validation that they crave.