A 29-year-old woman is admitted to the psychiatric unit afte…
A 29-year-old woman is admitted to the psychiatric unit after repeated conflicts with coworkers and episodes of emotional outbursts. During the interview, she leans toward the nurse, frequently touches the nurse’s arm, and comments on their “kind eyes.” She describes multiple short-term romantic relationships, often beginning intensely and ending abruptly. She becomes tearful when the nurse turns to answer the phone and immediately changes the subject to a dramatic story about being “almost discovered” as a singer. Which behaviors are most consistent with histrionic personality disorder? Select all that apply.