DefinitionHistrionic personality disorder is a condition in which a person acts very emotional and dramatic in order to get attention.Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe cause of this disorder is unknown, but childhood events and genes may both be involved. It occurs more often in women than in men, although it may be more often diagnosed in women because attention-seeking and sexual forwardness are less socially acceptable for women.Histrionic personality disorder usually begins in early adulthood.SymptomsPeople with this disorder are usually able to function at a high level and can be successful socially and at work.Symptoms include:Acting or looking overly seductiveBeing easily influenced by other peopleBeing overly concerned with their looksBeing overly dramatic and emotionalBeing o