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Are you or a loved one struggling with overwhelming emotions, unstable relationships, or a constant need for approval?
Histrionic personality disorder treatment at Beach House Center for Recovery in Florida can help you manage symptoms and develop a stronger sense of self. Our licensed therapists provide expert, compassionate care in a non-judgmental environment, guiding you toward healthier relationships with yourself and others.
HPD is characterized by unstable emotions, a distorted self-image, and an overwhelming desire to be noticed. This often leads to dramatic or inappropriate behaviors to gain attention. People with HPD are frequently described as seductive, self-indulgent, dramatic, extroverted, and animated.
Women are more commonly diagnosed with HPD than men. However, researchers now believe that may be the result of underdiagnosis.
In most cases, symptoms and characteristics of histrionic personality disorder do not fully develop until late adolescence or early adulthood, while treatment often begins around age 40.
Signs of HPD may include:
Histrionic personality disorder is one of the least understood mental health disorders. While its exact cause remains unknown, several factors may influence its development.
Histrionic personality disorder often runs in families, which suggests there is a genetic link.
Child abuse, neglect, or the loss of a loved one may contribute to histrionic personality disorder later in life.
The following factors can negatively impact a child’s development, leading to low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, and personality disorders.
According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), a person must have five or more of the following persistent behaviors:
Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy, is the preferred treatment for histrionic and other personality disorders at Beach House Center for Recovery. This approach helps you identify and address the motivations and fears associated with your thoughts and behaviors.
From there, you can learn to relate to others more positively, naturally, and healthily.
This approach uses self-reflection and self-examination to help you better understand problematic relationship patterns. It also encourages you to develop awareness of your emotions and process unresolved feelings. Three common techniques include:
A subjective technique to help understand hidden meanings and fears and identify areas for growth.
Supportive therapy for histrionic personality disorder focuses on empathy and active listening. It helps:
This evidence-based approach can be used in individual, group, or family therapy sessions as it helps decrease emotional distress and improve overall well-being.
CBT is a structured and goal-oriented therapy guided by a licensed therapist. It can help people with HPD unwind negative behaviors and thoughts and learn healthier thinking patterns and habits.
Group therapy can help you practice new social skills, understand why you behave the way you do, and develop healthier ways to interact with others in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgemental environment. However, due to the attention-seeking nature of HPD, group therapy is often used later in the treatment process.
At Beach House Center for Recovery, we provide compassionate mental health and histrionic personality disorder testing and treatment to ensure you get the exact care you need.
Our skilled team is ready to help you manage your personality disorder symptoms and support any co-occurring conditions. Contact our caring admissions counselors for more information and to start your recovery journey.
