Sandra is a 36-year-old woman who tends to be highly emotional. Her peers and family claim that she strives to be the center of attention whenever other people are around
At work, she often flirts with her boss in an attempt for approval. What condition is Sandra potentially suffering from?
A) Schizoid personality disorder
B) Narcissistic personality disorder
C) Schizotypal personality disorder
D) Histrionic personality disorder
Ans: D
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Those with histrionic personality disorder strive to constantly be the center of attention by focusing exclusively on their own desires and interests during conversations with others. Other measures to gain attention include provocative dress and dramatic and highly emotional behaviors and displays. Despite their theatricality, their speech style is superficial and lacking in detail. Because of feelings of insecurity, people with this disorder often engage in seductive behaviors to gain approval.
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