Marta behaves dramatically, always attracting attention with her sexualized manner and style of dress. If you had to label her with a personality disorder, which of the five discussed in this chapter would you suspect she BEST fits?

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Marta's behavior is characterized by attention-seeking and sexualized behavior, which are common traits of individuals with histrionic personality disorder. This disorder is marked by an excessive need for attention and approval, dramatic behavior, and seductive behavior. Marta's behavior fits well within the criteria for histrionic personality disorder. None of the other disorders listed (narcissistic, borderline, or antisocial) would be a better fit for her behavior.

Marta Behaves Dramatically, Always Attracting Attention with Her Sexualized Manner