With a test sample of 221 twins, 92 monozygotic and 129 dizygotic, researchers interviewed the subjects using the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-III-R Personality Disorders (SCID-II) and concluded that there was a correlation of 0.67 that histrionic personality disorder is hereditary. A twin study conducted by the Department of Psychology at Oslo University attempted to establish a correlation between genetic and Cluster B personality disorders. Twin studies have aided in breaking down the genetic vs. High levels of norepinephrine leads to anxiety-proneness, dependency, and high sociability. Individuals diagnosed with HPD have highly responsive noradrenergic systems which is responsible for the synthesis, storage, and release of the neurotransmitter, norepinephrine. Studies have shown that there is a strong correlation between the function of neurotransmitters and the Cluster B personality disorders such as HPD. HPD symptoms typically do not fully develop until the age of 15, while the onset of treatment only occurs, on average, at approximately 40 years of age. Traits such as extravagance, vanity, and seductiveness of hysteria have similar qualities to women diagnosed with HPD. Although direct causes are inconclusive, various theories and studies suggest multiple possible causes, of a neurochemical, genetic, psychoanalytic, or environmental nature. Little research has been done to find evidence of what causes histrionic personality disorder. Make-up physical appearance is used to draw attention to self.Speech (style) wants to impress lacks detail.Influenced easily by others or circumstances.Relationships are considered more intimate than they actually are.Mnemonic Ī mnemonic that can be used to remember the characteristics of histrionic personality disorder is shortened as "PRAISE ME": Some people with histrionic traits or personality disorder change their seduction technique into a more maternal or paternal style as they age. Influenced by the suggestions of others.
Being easily influenced by others, especially those who treat them approvingly.Blaming personal failures or disappointments on others.Tendency to believe that relationships are more intimate than they actually are.Rapidly shifting emotional states that may appear superficial or exaggerated to others.Low tolerance for frustration or delayed gratification.Using factitious somatic symptoms (of physical illness) or psychological disorders to garner attention.