At her going-away party, Elaina sobbed uncontrollably and became overwhelmed with emotion at the thought of leaving even though everyone knew that she was secretly glad to be moving out of town and away from everyone there. Her co-workers often recall dramatic shouting matches with others over small details and overbearing attempts to seduce all of the men in the office. Elaina's attempts to get attention might be indicative of _____ personality disorder.

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Elaina's behavior at the party, and her previous attempts to seduce all the men in the office, suggest that she has a pattern of attention-seeking behavior. This is a common symptom of histrionic personality disorder.

At Her Going-Away Party, Elaina Sobbed Uncontrollably and Became Overwhelmed